TECHNICAL DATA SHEET – COLOURCOATS PAINTS  

UPDATED 22^nd FEBRUARY 2011

DESCRIPTION:

A high quality modified alkyd finish designed for coating various types of plastic. This product is offered in three different levels of sheen: gloss, satin, and matt to meet

the requirements of different areas of modelling.

COLOURS:

Full range of Aircraft, Marine and Armour Shades.

DRYING TIME:

Dust Free:   4 – 6 hours

Hard Dry:   12 hours

Recoatable:   in 24 hours

All figures quoted at 20°C (68°F).  They are given as a guide only, and will vary with temperature, humidity, and method of application.

Note: Temperature can have a great effect on the overall drying properties.  For example, applying the model paint at 10°C (50°F) could well double the drying time.

COVERAGE:

Theoretical – 60 – 90 square metres per 5 litres.

Practical –  this will be less than the theoretical and will depend on the type of structure, the application technique, and prevailing conditions.

DRY FILM  THICKNESS:

15 – 25 microns (0.6 – 1.0 Mils).

WET FILM THICKNESS:

40 – 68 microns (2 – 3 Mils).

SOLIDS BY VOLUME:

Matt – 38%

Satin – 37%

Gloss – 36%

SURFACE PREPARATION:

The surface of the plastic should be degreased with a suitable solvent prior to painting to remove any mould release agents that may be present. Suitable solvents would include white spirit and isopropyl alcohol.

APPLICATION:

Colourcoats is supplied ready for use for brush application, but can be used with any conventional spray or airbrushes if desired. 

When required, two coats of Colourcoats can be applied coat-on-coat. The first coat should be allowed to dry for at least 24 hours, and preferably for 48 hours, before the second coat is applied.

THINNING:

Colourcoats is supplied ready for use for brush application. It will require thinning for spray or airbrush application. The amount of thinner required will be determined by the air pressure available and type of spray gun/airbrush being used. Recommended solvents for thinning is a good quality white spirit or mineral spirit.

Note: Cellulose thinners or methanol should not be used, as they are harmful to health, affect the structure of the paint and can have a destructive effect on previously applied model paint.  Although some reviewers may state they have used cellulose thinners with Colourcoats paint, we can in no way condone the practice due to health & safety considerations.

STORAGE:

Optimum storage temperatures for Colourcoats is from 5C (41F) to 25C (77F).

REVISION DATE: 24/02/2010

SAFETY DATA SHEET

MODEL ENAMEL 005

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

PRODUCT NAME: MODEL ENAMEL 005

PRODUCT NO. 005

APPLICATION: Paint

MANUFACTURER: Witham Group, Stanley Road, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft, Suffolk NR33 9ND

Tel: 01502 563434

Fax: 01502 500010

enquiries@withamgroup.co.uk

SUPPLIER: Witham Group, Stanley Road, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft, Suffolk NR33 9ND

Tel: 01502 563434

Fax: 01502 500010

enquiries@withamgroup.co.uk

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE (01502) 563434 Monday to Friday 8.00am to 5.00pm

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:

Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Flammable.

CLASSIFICATION: N;R51/53. R66, R10.

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

(Name, EC No., CAS-No., Content ,Classification)

1,2,4-TRIMETHYLBENZENE, EC No. 202-436-9, CAS No. 95-63-6, Content 1-5%, Classification R10 Xn;R20 Xi;R36/37/38 N;R51/53

CUMENE, EC No. 202-704-5, CAS No. 98-82-8, Content < 1% Classification R10 Xn;R65 Xi;R37 N;R51/53

DISTILLATES (PETROLEUM), HYDROTREATED, LIGHT; KEROSINE - UNSPECIFIED: EC No. 265-149-8, CAS No. 64742-47-8, Content 5-10%, Classification  Xn;R65

ETHYL METHYL KETOXIME, EC No. 202-496-6, CAS No. 96-29-7, Content < 1%, Classification Carc. Cat. 3;R40 Xn;R21 R43 Xi;R41

ETHYLBENZENE, EC No. 202-849-4, CAS No. 100-41-4, Content < 1%, Classification F;R11 Xn;R20

MESITYLENE, EC No. 203-604-4, CAS No. 108-67-8, Content < 1%, Classification R10 Xi;R37 N;R51/53

NAPHTHA (PETROLEUM), HYDRODESULFURIZED HEAVY; LOW BOILING POINT HYD, EC No. 265-185-4, CAS No. 64742-82-1, Content 30-60%, Classification Xn;R65. N;R51/53. R10,R66.

PROPAN-2-OL, EC No. 200-661-7, CAS No. 67-63-0, Content < 1%, Classification F;R11 Xi;R36 R67

SOLVENT NAPHTHA (PETROLEUM), LIGHT, AROM.; LOW BOILING POINT NAPHTHA, EC No. 265-199-0, CAS No. 64742-95-6, Content < 1%, Classification Xn;R65. N;R51/53. R66,R67,R10.

XYLENE, EC No. 215-535-7, CAS No. 1330-20-7, Content 1-5%, Classification R10 Xn;R20/21 Xi;R38

The Full Text for all R-Phrases are Displayed in Section 16

4. FIRST-AID MEASURES

GENERAL INFORMATION

Keep the affected person warm and at rest. Get prompt medical attention. Do not give victim anything to drink if they are unconscious.

INHALATION

Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Keep the affected person warm and at rest. Get prompt medical attention. If breathing stops, provide artificial respiration. Place unconscious person on the side in the recovery position and ensure breathing.

INGESTION

NEVER MAKE AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON VOMIT OR DRINK FLUIDS! DO NOT induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. Provide rest, warmth and fresh air.

SKIN CONTACT

Remove affected person from source of contamination. Promptly wash contaminated skin with soap or mild detergent and water. Promptly remove clothing if soaked through and wash as above. Do NOT use solvents or thinners.

EYE CONTACT

Make sure to remove any contact lenses from the eyes before rinsing. Immediately flush with plenty of water or eyewash solution for up to 10 minutes. Get medical attention immediately. Continue to rinse.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

Fire can be extinguished using: Extinguish with alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog. Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.

SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES

Keep run-off water out of sewers and water sources. Dike for water control. Cool containers exposed to flames with water until well after the fire is out. Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk. If risk of water pollution occurs, notify appropriate authorities.

UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS

May explode in a fire. May travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back.

SPECIFIC HAZARDS

By fire, toxic gases may be formed (COx, NOx).

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet.

SPILL CLEAN UP METHODS

Extinguish all ignition sources. Avoid sparks, flames, heat and smoking. Ventilate. Keep combustibles away from spilled material. Provide ventilation and confine spill. Do not allow runoff to sewer. Wash thoroughly after dealing with a spillage. Inform Authorities if large amounts are involved. Absorb with inert, damp, non-combustible material, then flush area with water.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

USAGE PRECAUTIONS

Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. Ventilate well, avoid breathing vapours. Use approved respirator if air contamination is above accepted level. Wear full protective clothing for prolonged exposure and/or high concentrations. Vapours are heavier than air and may spread near ground to sources of ignition. The product is flammable, and heating may generate vapours which may form explosive vapour/air mixtures. Use engineering controls to reduce air contamination to permissible exposure level. Use explosion proof electric equipment.

USAGE DESCRIPTION

Avoid inhalation of vapours and contact with skin and eyes. Rags and the like, moistened with flammable liquids, must be discarded into designated fireproof bucket.

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS

Store in tightly closed original container in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store in closed original container at temperatures between 5°C and 25°C. Store away from Acids, Oxidising material, Alkalies.

STORAGE CLASS

Chemical storage.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Name                         Std             TWA                  8 hrs                         STEL                         15 min                         Notes

CUMENE                   WEL        25 ppm(Sk)     125 mg/m3(Sk)        50 ppm(Sk)                 250 mg/m3(Sk)

ETHYLBENZENE     WEL        100 ppm(Sk)   441 mg/m3(Sk)       125 ppm(Sk)               552 mg/m3(Sk)

PROPAN-2-OL         WEL         400 ppm          999 mg/m3               500 ppm 1                  250 mg/m3

XYLENE                    WEL         50 ppm(Sk)      220 mg/m3(Sk)       100 ppm(Sk)              441 mg/m3(Sk)

WEL = Workplace Exposure Limit.

PROCESS CONDITIONS

Provide eyewash station.

ENGINEERING MEASURES

Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation.

RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT

No specific recommendation made, but respiratory protection must be used if the general level exceeds the Recommended Workplace Exposure Limit. If ventilation is insufficient, suitable respiratory protection must be provided.

HAND PROTECTION

Use suitable protective gloves if risk of skin contact. Use protective gloves made of: Nitrile.

EYE PROTECTION

Wear approved chemical safety goggles where eye exposure is reasonably probable.

HYGIENE MEASURES

Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Promptly remove any clothing that becomes wet or contaminated. When using do not eat, drink or smoke. DO NOT SMOKE IN WORK AREA! Use appropriate hand lotion to prevent defatting and cracking of skin.

SKIN PROTECTION

Wear apron or protective clothing in case of splashes.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCE Coloured liquid

COLOUR Misc. colours

ODOUR ALIPHATIC HYDROCARBON

SOLUBILITY Immiscible with water

BOILING POINT (°C) 152 760 mm Hg 

RELATIVE DENSITY 1.126 20 DEG C

VAPOUR DENSITY (air=1) >1.0 

VAPOUR PRESSURE 3.2 mm Hg 20 DEG C

VISCOSITY 1.2-1.4 20 DEG C 

FLASH POINT (°C) >32 DEG C Sh CC (Setaflash closed cup).

VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUND (VOC) 432 g/litre

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY

Stable under normal temperature conditions and recommended use.

CONDITIONS TO AVOID

Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition.

MATERIALS TO AVOID

Strong oxidising substances. Acids - organic. Strong alkalis.

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

By fire, toxic gases (CO, CO2, NOx) may be formed.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

INHALATION

Harmful by inhalation. Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation. Vapours may cause headache, fatigue, dizziness and nausea.

INGESTION

Harmful if swallowed.

SKIN CONTACT

Product has a defatting effect on skin. Prolonged contact may cause redness, irritation and dry skin.

EYE CONTACT

Irritation of eyes and mucous membranes.

HEALTH WARNINGS

Swallowing concentrated chemical may cause severe internal injury.

MEDICAL SYMPTOMS

Upper respiratory irritation. Nausea, vomiting. Allergic rash.

MEDICAL CONSIDERATIONS

Skin disorders and allergies.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ECOTOXICITY

Dangerous for the environment: May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

MOBILITY

The product is insoluble in water and will spread on the water surface.

DEGRADABILITY

The product is biodegradable.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

GENERAL INFORMATION

Waste to be treated as controlled waste. Disposal to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with local Waste Disposal Authority.

DISPOSAL METHODS

Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements. Absorb in vermiculite or dry sand, dispose in licensed hazardous waste.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

PROPER SHIPPING NAME PAINT

UN NO. ROAD 1263 

ADR CLASS NO. 3

ADR CLASS Class 3: Flammable liquids. 

ADR PACK GROUP III

IMDG CLASS 3.3

IMDG PACK GR. III

MARINE POLLUTANT

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

LABELLING

Dangerous for the environment

RISK PHRASES

R51/53, Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

R66, Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.

R10, Flammable.

SAFETY PHRASES

S29/56, Do not empty into drains, dispose of this material and its container at hazardous or special waste collection point.

S37, Wear suitable gloves.

S43, In case of fire, use alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide or dry powder. Never use water.

S46, If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.

S51, Use only in well-ventilated areas.

S61, Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets.

P14, Contains ETHYL METHYL KETOXIME. May produce an allergic reaction.

EU DIRECTIVES

Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 December 2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), establishing a European Chemicals Agency, amending Directive 1999/45/EC and repealing Council Regulation (EEC) No 793/93 and Commission Regulation (EC) No 1488/94 as well as Council Directive 76/769/EEC and Commission Directives 91/155/EEC, 93/67/EEC, 93/105/EC and 2000/21/EC, including amendments.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

ISSUED BY

Technical manager

REVISION DATE 24/02/2010

REV. NO./REPL. SDS GENERATED 1

DATE 24/02/10

RISK PHRASES IN FULL

R10 Flammable.

R11 Highly flammable.

R20 Harmful by inhalation.

R20/21 Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin.

R21 Harmful in contact with skin.

R36 Irritating to eyes.

R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

R37 Irritating to respiratory system.

R38 Irritating to skin.

R40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.

R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes.

R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact.

R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

R65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.

R66 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.

R67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.

DISCLAIMER

This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process. Such information is, to the best of the company's knowledge and belief, accurate and reliable as of the date indicated. However, no warranty guarantee or representation is made to its accuracy, reliability or completeness. It is the user's responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability of such information for his own particular use.