Material Safety Data Sheet

1. PRODUCTS AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product description : FLEXO TECHLAM SP DF INKS

M/s. Hi Tech Inks Pvt. Ltd.

Plot no. 309/B, 2nd Phase,
Vapi-396 195, Gujarat.
www.hitechinks.co.in
Phone no. 0260 6730400

2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical Characterization: : CAS #

Ethyl alcohol : 64-17-5
Ethoxy Propanol : 1569-02-4
n – Propyl acetate : 109-60-4
n – Propanol : 71-23-8
Dowanol PMA 108-65-6

EC Classification : F: Highly Flammable.

Risk Phrases : No risk phrases

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Main Hazard : Highly Flammable

Flammability : Highly Flammable
Physical and chemical hazards : Highly flammable liquid.
Ignition of solvent vapour may occur on
contact with naked flame

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Eyes : Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes

Skin : Remove contaminated clothing and wash contaminated skin with large amounts of
soap and water
INGESTION : If only a small quantity (not more than a mouthful) has been ingested, rinse the
mouth with water. Rest the patient. Do not induce vomiting. Call a doctor.
INHALATION : Remove the patient to fresh air. If breathing is difficult or has stopped, administer
artificial respiration. Lie down and place the patient in a flat secure position. Call
a doctor immediately. Do not introduce anything into the mouth.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

FLASHPOINT [METHOD] : 12 degree C[closed cup].

FLAMMABLE LIMITS : Lower 3.3 %, Upper 19 %.
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE : > 235 degree C
GENERAL HAZARD : Dangerous fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame. Vapor can flow
along surfaces to distant ignition sources and flash back
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA : Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical, Foam and Water Spray
HAZARDOUS : Oxides of carbon and noxious fumes

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COMBUSTION PRODUCTS

EXPLOSION HAZARDS : Above flash point, vapor-to-air mixtures are explosives if within the flammable
limits noted above. Contact with strong oxidizers may cause fire or explosion
FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENTS : Wear full protective equipment and a self-contained breathing
apparatus with the full face piece operated in the pressure demand mode.
Water spray may be used to keep fire-exposed containers
Cool until they can be evacuated.
SENSITIVE TO STATIC : Yes
DISCHARGE
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION : Hazardous polymerization will not occur

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES (Leakage, Spillage)

Personal precautionary measures
Precautionary measures for environmental
protection
Neutralising, salvaging and cleaning up
methods
: Do not smoke. Keep the product away from all sources of ignition or heat. Ensure
a good ventilation of fresh air. Use protective equipments. Avoid inhalation of
vapours.
: Avoid contamination of the drainage system, and subterranean, surface and ground
level water.
: Absorb with sawdust or other absorbent. It is preferable to wash with a detergent,
avoid using solvents. Prevent contamination of the water sources, the sewers, the
ground and the vegetation. Keep in tightly closed containers before disposal.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Protect containers against physical damage. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location, away from any area where a
fire hazard may be acute. Containers should be bonded and grounded for transfer to avoid static sparks. Do not
permit smoking in storage areas. Use only non-sparking tools and equipment around the liquid. Empty containers may
be hazardous from residual liquid and vapor. Observe all warnings and precautions listed.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

EXPOSURE GUIDELINES: OSHA HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS (29CFR 1910.1200)

OSHA PEL EXPOSURE LIMITS

TWA STEL
Ppm mg/m3 Ppm Mg/m3
Ethyl alcohol 1000 1900 -- --
Ethoxy propanol -- -- -- --
n - Propyl Acetate 200 840 -- --
n – Propanol 200 500 -- --
Dowanol PMA -- -- -- --

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTS

Engineering Control : Local exhaust ventilation is the preferred means of reducing employee exposure, unless
occupational hygienist has determined that exposure level presents no hazard.
PPE – Respiratory : Use only correctly fitted respirators approved for use with organic Vapors.
PPE – Hand : Use of nitrile gloves recommended
PPE – Eyes : Eye protection against splashes is recommended.
PPE – Skin : Wear cotton overalls when handling

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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

PHYSICAL STATE : Liquid

ODOUR : Alcoholic odor
COLOUR : Depends on colour of pigment
VAPOR DENSITY : Heavier than air
BOILING POINT : > 75 degree C
FREEZING POINT : Not determined
MELTING POINT : Not applicable
SOLUBILITY IN WATER : Insoluble
EVAPORATION RATE : Faster than Butyl acetate

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

CONDITIONS TO AVOID : Heat, open flame or other sources of ignition

STABILITY : Stable but may react with strong oxidizing agents, concentrated nitric or
sulfuric acid and halogens
POLYMERIZATION : Will not occur

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ACUTE TOXICITY : Over exposure to above solvents may cause fatigue, burning of eyes,
confusion, dizziness’ and drowsiness. Prolonged exposure may cause
unconsciousness

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ENVIRONMENTAL : The product should not be allowed to enter drains of water courses of oil

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

PRODUCT : Material that cannot be saved for recovery or recycle should be

handled as a hazardous waste and disposed of at a govt. approved
waste facility to incinerator. Always dispose in accordance with current
regulations of Govt. Act for disposal
CONTUMINATED : Contaminated, empty containers must be disposed of as chemical
waste

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT (DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION)

Proper Shipping Name : Printing Ink

Technical Name : Printing Ink
UN number 1210
Primary hazard class/Div : 3
Placards : FLAMMABLE
Label : FLAMMABLE LIQUID
Air: IATA: class 3 : Group II

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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Labelling
In accordance with the decree of 21 February 1990, the product is labelled as follows:
Danger symbol F
Risk phrases R11
Recommended precautions S7 - S16 - S23 -S37/39 - S51
Storage and use (classified installations)
South Africa Flammable liquids
Section 1430 Flammable liquid station
Section 1433 Mixing, treatment and usage stations
Section 1434 Filing and distribution stations

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Reason for Issue : Safety and Health point of view.

NFPA CODES : Health :1 HMIS : Health : 1

Fire :3 CODES Fire : 3
Reactivity :0 Reactivity : 0
Protection : E
The complete texts of the references given in paragraph 15
F Easily flammable
R11 Highly flammable
S7 Keep the recipient tightly closed
S16 Keep away from all sources of ignition.
Do not smoke.
S23 Do not inhale the vapours
S37/39 Wear appropriate gloves, eye and face protection.
S51 Use only in well-ventilated areas

SHELF LIFE: 3 to 12 months depending upon the colors* [in unopened containers]
* Non Metallic colors: 12 months & Metallic colors: 3 months

FDA Status: This product when used in food packaging is permitted for INDIRECT printing only. A barrier must exist
between printing and food.

NOTICE:
This information is in accordance with the directives 91/155/EEC, article 10, code 88/379/EEC.

The information complements the technical data instruction sheets, but does not replace them. The information about the product is
given to the best of our knowledge at the date indicated, and in good faith. The user’s attention is drawn to the risks involved if a
product is used other than for its intended purpose.

He is solely responsible for:

- ensuring security measures of all usage, taking into account the information given herein.
- informing all users and handlers of the necessary security precautions to be taken and to be aware of the risks mentioned in
all documents relative to the product.

This list is not to be considered exhaustive and does not exonerate the user from verifying other obligations he may have regarding the
possession and the handling of the products, according to documents other that those listed here.

The Technical Department of HI-TECH INKS remains at the user’s disposal for any further assistance it may be able to give.