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: Aug. 1992  Update: Current
 
Section I  - Product Identification
24 Hour Emergency Assistance
Emergency (Chemtrec) (800) 424-9300
Information  (Farwest) (206) 244-8844
Product Number: X-4959

Product Name: Red Synthetic Lacquer Proof Primer

Product Class: Pigmented Modified Alkyd Solution
   Hazard Rating
           0             Lowest
           1                  |
           2                  |
           3                  |
           4           Extreme
This Product
   Health: 2
   Flammability: 3
   Reactivity: 2
   Personal Protection: G
Hazardous Material: Yes:  XX      No: 
EPA Registration Number  (if applicable): N/A

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

Occupational

TLV (ACGIH)

Exposure

PEL (OSHA)
Xylene 1330-20-7 24.35% 100ppm 100ppm
Mineral Spirits 8032-32-4 0.90% 100ppm 100ppm
Toluene 108-88-3 9.92% 100ppm 200ppm
Phenylethane 100-41-4 4.47% 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: 198-387 F. Weight/Gallon: 9.44 lbs. Vapor Pressure: 38mmHg@20C
Vapor Density: Heavier than Air: XX Lighter than Air:
Evaporation Rate: Faster than Ether: Slower than Ether: XX
Percent Organic Volatile by Volume: 64.50% Solubility in Water: NIL
VOC: 561 Grams/Liter (Less Water) Reactivity in Water: NIL
Melting Point: Unknown pH: N/A    Freezing Point: Unknown
Decomposition Temp: Unknown Viscosity: 55-60 KU
Appearance & Odor: Red liquid, aromatic sweet odor.

Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

Flammability Classification: OSHA:Flammable Liquid Flash Point: 45 F. TCC
Class: 3 LEL: 0.7%        UEL:  7.0%
DOT: Flammable Liquid 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.

X-4959 (solvent)