Product Name: Anti-Skinning Agent
Synonyms: Anti-Skin
Recommended Use: Paint, ink, and coating additive
Manufacturer/Supplier Details: Name, address, and emergency contact numbers of the manufacturer
Product Code: Assigned product identifier
Emergency Telephone: 24/7 customer support and poison control contacts
GHS Classification: Flammable liquid, Skin irritant, Eye irritant, Specific target organ toxicity
Hazard Statements: Flammable, causes skin and eye irritation, may cause respiratory irritation, may harm aquatic life
Pictograms: Flame, exclamation mark, environment
Signal Word: Warning
Precautionary Statements: Keep away from heat and open flames, wear suitable protection, avoid breathing vapors, wash thoroughly after handling, collect spillage to avoid environmental release
Main Ingredients: Methyl ethyl ketoxime (MEKO): 3-8%
Solvent: Mineral spirits: 10-40%
Other Substances: Proprietary additives: 1-5%
CAS Numbers: MEKO: 96-29-7, mineral spirits: 8052-41-3
Impurities: Less than 1% of stabilizers or inhibitors
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, provide oxygen if breathing is difficult, seek medical advice if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and rinse skin with water for several minutes, use soap if irritation continues, consult medical help if rash or discomfort develops
Eye Contact: Flush immediately with plenty of water for at least fifteen minutes, keep eyelids apart, seek medical attention right away
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth with water and get urgent medical intervention, never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person
Most Important Symptoms: Headache, irritation, dizziness, possible sensitization from repeated contact
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray
Specific Hazards From Fire: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air, toxic fumes such as nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide can be released
Advice for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective clothing
Explosion Data: Vapors heavier than air, may travel to a source of ignition and flash back
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel, ventilate closed spaces, avoid inhalation of fumes and direct contact
Spill Response: Use inert absorbent like sand or earth, collect in suitable tightly sealed containers for disposal
Environmental Precautions: Keep product out of waterways, drains, and soil to prevent pollution
Clean-up Methods: Use non-sparking tools, ensure proper waste disposal in accordance with local regulations
Precautions for Safe Handling: Use only with adequate ventilation, avoid prolonged skin contact, ground and bond containers when transferring
Safe Storage Conditions: Store tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from heat, sparks, open flames and incompatible materials like oxidizers and acids
Storage Temperature Recommendations: Keep between 4°C and 30°C
Incompatibilities: Strong acids, alkalis, oxidizers
Occupational Exposure Limits: MEKO: 10 ppm TWA (ACGIH)
Engineering Controls: Adequate local exhaust ventilation, process enclosures or other engineering controls
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical resistant gloves, splash goggles, flame-retardant lab coat or coveralls, suitable respiratory protection if ventilation is insufficient
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and face after handling, do not eat, drink, or smoke during use, regularly clean protective equipment
Appearance: Clear to light yellow liquid
Odor: Mild, characteristic
Odor Threshold: Low, noticeable
pH: Neutral
Melting/Freezing Point: Not applicable
Boiling Point: 152-180°C (dependant on solvent blend)
Flash Point: 38°C (closed cup, varies with solvent)
Evaporation Rate: Moderate
Flammability: Flammable
Vapor Pressure: 10-40 mmHg at 20°C
Vapor Density: Heavier than air
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): MEKO: approx. 0.5
Auto-Ignition Temperature: >200°C
Decomposition Temperature: >180°C
Viscosity: Low to moderate
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions
Reactivity: Avoid strong acids, alkalis, oxidizers
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sparks, open flames, static discharge
Incompatible Materials: Reactive metals, strong acids, peroxides
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, toxic fumes
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin and eye contact, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: MEKO LD50 (oral, rat): 930 mg/kg, mineral spirits LD50 (oral, rat): >5000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes moderate irritation with prolonged contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause redness, tearing, stinging
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Possible with repeated or prolonged contact
Chronic Effects: May cause kidney or liver effects, possible carcinogenicity from oximes
Symptoms: Headache, dizziness, fatigue, rash, coughing, allergic response
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic life, especially if released in quantity
Persistence and Degradability: Product contains substances that are not readily biodegradable
Bioaccumulative Potential: Moderate due to organic solvent content
Mobility in Soil: Liquid may migrate and contaminate groundwater
Other Adverse Effects: Product may contribute to ozone depletion or smog formation if released in large amounts
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in accordance with official requirements, incineration or hazardous waste landfill
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers may retain product residues and vapors; treat as hazardous waste
Precautions: Avoid uncontrolled release, do not flush into drains, keep away from natural bodies of water
Local Regulation Compliance: Always consult national, regional, and local authorities
UN Number: UN1263 (Paint related material)
UN Proper Shipping Name: Paint or paint-related material (contains flammable solvents)
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable liquid)
Packing Group: III
Environmental Hazards: Dangerous for the environment if spilled; not a marine pollutant by GHS
Special Precautions: Keep containers upright and tightly closed, transport in well-ventilated vehicles
OSHA: Classified as hazardous under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA: Ingredients listed on the US Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory
SARA Title III: Contains substances covered under Sections 311/312 (immediate/acute health, fire hazard), Section 313 (toxic chemical release reporting for MEKO)
California Proposition 65: MEKO listed as a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer
WHMIS: B2, D2B (Canada)
Other Regulatory Status: Check national and international chemical inventories for substance registration
