Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
108-10-1
Name of the chemical
4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone (MIBK)
Concentration
1-<10%
EC/CAS
64742-95-6
Name of the chemical
Solvent naphtha (petroleum), light arom
Concentration
1-<10%
General Information
Version
15
Revision date
2026-02-03
Product name
TNEMEC UNIVERSAL PRIMER RED
Product Synonyms
SERIES 37H UN1263
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
industrial paint
1.2.2. Uses advised against
Consumer use, For professional use only. Not for residential use
Emergency telephone
800-535-5053
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Company Information
company name
Tnemec Company, Inc.
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment Keep cool
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Keep away from children
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
If product is in liquid or paste form, physical or health hazards listed related to dust are not considered significant. However, product may contain substances that could be potential hazards if caused to become airborne due to grinding, sanding or other abrasive processes.
Further information
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects Cancer hazard. Contains crystalline silica which can cause cancer. (Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of exposure). Respirable crystalline silica (quartz) can cause silicosis, a fibrosis (scarring) of the lungs Use only in well ventilated areas. SEE SAFETY DATA SHEET Acute Toxicity 46.8605 % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
OSHA Regulatory Status This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Flammable Liquids