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AQUAFIRE SYSTEMS
INTUMESCENT FIRE PROTECTION COATINGS FOR TIMBER
HP Primer
AQUAFIRE HP SYSTEM
SURFACE PRIMER
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET.
1 Substance Identification
Material/Trade Name: Aquafire HP System Surface Primer
Material Type: Timber Sealer
Company: Aquafire Systems
5 Engine Road
Loanhead
Edinburgh EH20 9RF
Tel: 0131 440 4450
Fax: 0131 440 4780
2. Composition
Substance
Acrylic copolymer based Solution
3 Hazard Identification
Hazard Symbols
None required.
Risk and Safety
Not Classified as hazardous under the CHIP Regulations 1994 as amended in 1996.
4. Firstaid Measures
a) Inhalation:
Remove from source of exposure. Remove to fresh air and rest. If symptoms persist, obtain
medical advice.
b) Eyes:
Irrigate with water for at least fifteen minutes. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
C) Skin:
Rinse contaminated area with plenty of water. If irritation persists, obtain medical attention.
d) Ingestion:
Wash out mouth with water. Give plenty of water to drink. If a large amount has been swallowed,
obtain medical attention.
5. Firefighting
a) Suitable Extinguishers:
Foam, Carbon Dioxide (C02), Dry Powder
b) Unsuitable Extinguishers
Do not use water jets
c) Hazardous Decomposition:
Oxides of Carbon
d) Special Procedures:
Use approved selfcontained breathing apparatus. Use water spray to cool containers
6. Accidental Release Measures
a) Exposure Controls:
Do not allow spill to enter drains and watercourses.
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 Local Authority requirements.
7. Handling and Storage
a) Handling:
Wear suitable protective clothing. (See Section 8). Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid skin and
eye contact. Avoid inhalation of spray.
b) Storage:
Avoid extremes of temperatures. Do not allow to freeze.
8. Exposure Controls
Occupational Exposure Limit:
Not listed in Guidance Note EH40.
Biological Exposure Limit:
Not listed.
a) Inhalation:
Use in well ventilated areas.
b) Skin:
Wear impervious gloves.
c) Eyes:
Wear suitable eye protection such as BSEN166 Chemical Grade.
d) Protection
If spraying wear approved Respirator EN149 FFP2 SL.
9. Physical & Chemical Properties
Appearance: Milky White Liquid
Odour: Low
PH: 45
Boiling Point/range: 80oC to 100oC
Melting Point/range: n/a
Flash Point: Above 116oC
Flammability: Low
Autofianimability: n/a
Explosive Properties: n/a
Oxidising Properties: None
Vapour Pressure: As Water
Relative Density: c. 1
Solubility: Miscible With Water
Partition Coefficient: n/d
Miscibility: n/d
Vapour Density: n/d
Evaporation Rate: n/d
Viscosity: Low
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability Stable
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Trace Peroxide Compounds
11. Toxicological Information
Acute Effects:
Mild eye irritation
12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity:
No specific data available. Slightly toxic to aquatic life.
13. Disposal Considerations
Do not discharge into drains or watercourses. Dispose of in accordance with Local Authority requirements.
14. Transport Information
UN/SI Number: n/a
IMO: n/a
IATA/ICAO: n/a
ADR/RID: n/a
Transport Name: UK Road: Non Hazardous
Hazchem/Kernler code: n/a
Packing Grp: n/a
Packing Grp: n/a
Item: n/a
Marine Pollutant:No
15. Regulatory Information
a) HazardSymbols:
None Required
b) Risk & Safety
Not classified as hazardous under the CHIP Regulations 1994 as amended in 1996
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
HSE Guidance Note EH26
HSE Guidance Note EH40
Directive 911155/EEC
d) Transport Information.
UN/SI Number: n/a
IMO: n/a
1ATA/ICA0: n/a
ADR/RID: n/a
Transport Name: UK Road: Non Hazardous
Hazchem/Kernler code: n/a
Packing Grp: n/a
Packing Grp: n/a
Item: n/a
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/dnot 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.
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