Farwest Paint Manufacturing Co.
4522 South 133rd Street
Tukwila, Washington 98168
http://www.farwestpaintcom
Sections I-IV (This Page) / Sections V-X (Click Here)
Material Safety Data Sheet
For Coatings and Related Materials
Prep:  Jan. 1995     Update: Apr. 2001
 
Section I  - Product Identification
24 Hour Emergency Assistance
Emergency (Chemtrec) (800) 424-9300
Information  (Farwest) (206) 244-8844
Specification No: A-A-1546
 
Product Name: Clear Gloss Rubbing Varnish

Product Class:  Clear Resin Solution
   Hazard Rating
           0             Lowest
           1                  |
           2                  |
           3                  |
           4           Extreme
This Product
   Health: 2
   Flammability: 1
   Reactivity: 0
   Personal Protection: G

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

Occupational

TLV (ACGIH)

Exposure

PEL (OSHA)
MINERAL SPIRITS 8052-41-3 56% 100ppm 100ppm

"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: 307-389 F. Weight/Gallon: 7.50 lbs. Vapor Pressure: 2.6mmHg@20C
Vapor Density: Heavier than Air: XX Lighter than Air:
Evaporation Rate: Faster than Ether: Slower than Ether: XX
Percent Organic Volatile by Volume: 62% Solubility in Water: NIL
VOC: 498 Grams/Liter (Less Water) Reactivity in Water: NIL
Appearance & Odor: Clear amber liquid/mild aromatic odor.

Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

Flammability Classification: OSHA: Combustible Flash Point: 105 F. TCC
Class: 3 LEL: 0.7%         UEL: 7.0%
DOT:  Combustible UN Number: 1263
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.

A-A-1546 (solvent)