General Information
Revision date
2016-03-29
Product name
Thinner for SWIMMING POOL PAINT
CAS No.
540-88-5
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Wechsler Pool Supply Co
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
According to Regulation 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard; 29 CFR Part 1910.1200 According to Regulation 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard; 29 CFR Part 1910.1200
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 2 ACUTE TOXICITY: Inhalation - Category 4 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY: SINGLE EXPOSURE - Category 3
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory irritation, drowsiness or dizziness.
Prevention
Read all warning statements on all labels for this and any other products to be mixed with it prior to use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing dust, fumes, gas, mist, vapors or spray. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Use personal protective equipment as required, (see Section 8). Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye and face protection. Wear an appropriate, properly fitted fresh air supplied respirator (NIOSH-approved TC19 or equivalent) during and after application, and until all organic solvent vapors and spray mists are exhausted, or any time airborne contaminant levels exceed exposure limits indicated in Section 8. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. Avoid release to environment. If spilled, contain material with inert absorbent, in compliance with local, regional and national regulations.
Response
IF INHALED Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If continued difficulty breathing is experienced, seek immediate medical attention. If exposed or concerned: Get medical attention. Call a POISON CENTER, doctor or physician if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish, do not use water, see Section 5.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool. Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of unused amounts and empty container with an approved waste disposal facility, in compliance with local, regional and national regulations.