AQUAFIRE SYSTEMS
INTUMESCENT FIRE PROTECTION COATINGS FOR TIMBER
HP Topcoat Part A
AQUAFIRE HP SYSTEM
TOPCOAT PART A
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1 Substance Identification
Material/Trade Name: Aquafire HP System Topcoat Part A
Material Type: Organic Resin
Company: Aquafire Systems
1 5 Engine Road Main Street
Edinburgh
EH6 4LJ
Tel: 0131 440 4450
Fax: 0131 440 4780
2. Composition
Substance % wt.
Butanol (Xn;RIO,R20)) 1030
Xylene ((Xn,Xi;R10,R20/2l,R38) 1030
NButyl acetate (R10) 1030
Butanone (Xi;R11,R36/37) 1030
Propan 1 o1 (F;R11) 15
3. Hazard Identification
Hazard Symbols
Harmful. Highly Flammable.
Risk and Safety
R11 HIGHLY FLAMMABLE
R20/21 HARMFUL BY INHALATION AND IN CONTACT WITH SKIN
O28 Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well ventilated place
S16 Keep away from sources of ignition NO SMOKING
S23 Do not breathe vapour
S38 If ventilation is insufficient, wear suitable respiratory equipment
4. Firstaid Measures
a) Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air and rest. Give nothing by mouth. Get prompt medical attention.
b) Eyes:
Irrigate with water for at least fifteen minutes. If irritation persists then consult a doctor.
c) Skin
Remove clothing and wash contaminated area with plenty of water. Wash with soap/cleanser and
rinse with plenty of water. If irritation persists, obtain medical attention.
d) Ingestion:
Seek medical attention immediately. Do not induce vomiting.
5. Firefighting
a) Suitable Extinguishers:
Carbon Dioxide (C02), Alcohol Resistant Foam, Foam, Dry Powder, Fluroprotein Foam (fp),
Inert Material Sand, Earth, etc. NOTE Halons harm the environment and should not be used
unless unavoidable.
b) Unsuitable Extinguishers:
Do not use water.
c) Hazardous Decomposition:
Oxides of Carbon. May create Oxides of Nitrogen. Decomposes to produce irritating fumes.
d) Special Procedures:
Use approved selfcontained breathing apparatus. Use water spray to cool containers. Prevent
runoff from fire control from entering waterways.
6. Accidental Release Measures
a) Exposure Controls:
Eliminate all sources of ignition. Evacuate area. Do not allow spill to enter drains and
watercourses. Ventilate area.
b) Personal Protection:
Wear suitable protective clothing: See Section 8.
c) Disposal Considerations:
Absorb in inert material such as sand or absorbent granules. Scoop up and place in container to await transfer. Dispose of in accordance with Special Waste Regulations 1996.
7. Handling and Storage
a) Handling:
Avoid inhalation of vapour. Wear suitable protective clothing. See Section 8. Ensure adequate
ventilation. Avoid sources of ignition. Avoid skin contact. Avoid eye contact.
b) Storage:
Store in tightly closed labelled containers. Store in cool, dry, well ventilated area, off the ground.
Avoid extremes of temperatures. Store away from oxidising materials. Store away from
flammable materials. Store away from ignition sources. Store away from acids and alkalis/strong
bases.
8. Exposure Controls
Occupational Exposure Limit:
OES:>50 ppm. (8 hr T.W.A.)
Biological Exposure Limit:
Not listed.
a) Inhalation
Use in wellventilated areas.
b) Skin:
Avoid skin contact. Wear impervious gloves.
c) Eyes:
Wear suitable eye protection such as BSEN166 Chemical Grade. Use eyewash after eye contact.
d) Protection..
Wear approved Respirator EN405 FFA 1 P2
Physical & Chemical Properties
Appearance: Clear Liquid
Odour: Mixed Organic Compounds
PH: n/a
Boiling Point/range: From 97 deg C
Melting Point/range: n/a
Flash Point: 021 deg C
Flammability:
Autoflammability: Highly Flammable
Explosive Properties: Lower Explosion Limit 0.8% Volume
Oxidising Properties: n/a
Vapour Pressure: n/d
Relative Density: 0.94
Solubility: Partly Soluble in Water
Partition Coefficient: n/d
Miscibility: n/d
Vapour Density: Heavier than Air
Evaporation Rate: n/d
Viscosity: High
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability:
Stable.
Conditions to Avoid:
Sources of ignition. Extremes of temperature.
Materials to Avoid:
Oxidising Agents, Acids, Strong Bases.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Solvent vapours
11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Exposure:
Skin Absorption. Inhalation.
Acute Effects:
Irritation of the respiratory tract.
Chronic Effects:
Damage to the central nervous system.
Health Effect:
May defat the skin.
12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity:
No specific data available.
Persistence:
No specific data available.
13. Disposal Considerations
Do not discharge into drains or watercourses. Dispose of in accordance with Special Waste Regulations 1996.
14 Transport Information
UN/SI Number: 1263
IMO: 3
1ATA/ICA0: 3
ADR/RID: 3
Transport Name: Paint
Hazchem/Kernler code: Contains Xylene
Packing Grp: 2
Packing Grp: 2
Item: 5b
Marine Pollutant: No
15. Regulatory Information
a) Hazard Symbols:
Harmful. Highly flammable.
b) Risk and Safety:
R11 HIGHLY FLAMMABLE
R20/21 HARMFUL BY INHALATION AND IN CONTACT WITH SKIN
O28 Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well ventilated place
S16 Keep away from sources of ignition NO SMOKING
S23 Do not breathe vapour
S38 If ventilation is insufficient, wear suitable respiratory equipment
c) Other Regulations:
U.K. Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
U.K. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (amended) Regulations 1998
U.K. Environmental Protection Act 1990
U.K. Special Waste Regulations 1996
HSE Guidance Note EH26
HSE Guidance Note EH40
Directive 91/155/EEC
d) Transport Information
UN/SI Number: 1263
IMO: 3
IATA/ICAO: 3
ADR/RID: 3
Transport Name: Paint
Hazchem/Kemler code: Contains Xylene
Packing Grp: 2
Packing Grp: 2
Item: 5b
Marine Pollutant: No
16. Other Information
1. Compiled according to the CHIP Regulations 1994 (Directive 91/155/EEC) as amended in 1996
2. N/a not applicable. N/d not determined
3. Further H & S Data is available from Aquafire Systems.
This Data Sheet is compiled to be of assistance, but is without guarantee. Users are responsible for safe working.
Revision Date: 20th May 2002
