Farwest Paint Manufacturing Co.
4522 South 133rd Street
Tukwila, Washington, 98168
http://www.farwestpaint.com
Sections I-IV (This Page) / Sections V-X (Click Here)
Material Safety Data Sheet
For Coatings and Related Materials
Prep: Jan. 1992 Update: July 1999
 
Section I  - Product Identification
24 Hour Emergency Assistance
Emergency (Chemtrec) (800) 424-9300
Information  (Farwest) (206) 244-8844
Product Number: 615

Product Name: Wash Thinner

Product Class: Solvent Blend
   Hazard Rating
           0             Lowest
           1                  |
           2                  |
           3                  |
           4           Extreme
This Product
   Health: 3
   Flammability: 4
   Reactivity: 0
   Personal Protection: G
Hazardous Material: Yes:  XX   No:

Section II - Hazardous Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent (By Weight)

Occupational

TLV (ACGIH)

Exposure

PEL (OSHA)
Methyl Ethyl Ketone 78-93-3 14.0% 200ppm 200ppm
Toluene 108-88-3 30.0% 100ppm 200ppm
Isopropyl Alcohol 67-63-0 3.0% 400ppm 400ppm
Methyl Isobutyl Ketone 108-10-1 7.0% 50ppm 100ppm
Xylene 1330-20-7 6.0% 100ppm 100ppm
Ethyl Acetate 141-78-6 4.0% 400ppm 400ppm
Aliphatic Hydrocarbon 64742-89-8 36.0% 250ppm 250ppm

"Pursuant to Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA) and 40 CFR Part 372, this product contains or may contain a toxic chemical in a quantity subject to the reporting requirements under Section 313"

Section III - Physical Data
Boiling Range: 176-290 F. Weight/Gallon: 6.77 lbs. Vapor Pressure: 80mmHg@20C
Vapor Density: Heavier than Air: XX Lighter than Air:
Evaporation Rate: Faster than Ether: Slower than Ether: XX
Percent Volatile by Volume: 100% pH: N/A  Solubility in Water: No
VOC: 832 Grams/Liter (Less Water) Viscosity: N/A Reactivity in Water: NIL
Melting Point: N/A Freezing Point: N/A Decomposition Temp: N/A
Appearance & Odor: Colorless liquid, pleasant odor.

Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

Flammability Classification: OSHA: Flammable Flash Point: 16 F. TCC
Class: 3 LEL: .9%  UEL: 12%
DOT: Flammable UN Number: 1993
Extinguishing Media: Foam, CO2, Dry Chemical or Water Fog.
Use the above or any Class B extinguishing agent. Water may be unsuitable as an extinguishing medium, but helpful in keeping adjacent containers cool.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Firefighters and others exposed to vapors or products of combustion should wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Evacuate area of unprotected personnel. Wear protective clothing.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Vapors may form an explosive mixture in air and may be ignited by sparks, pilot lights, etc. Closed containers may rupture when exposed to extreme heat.

615 (solvent)