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Lacquer Thinner
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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08/20/2007
05/21/2009
04/09/2009
Date Created:
Revision:
Supercedes Revision:
05/21/2009Printed:
1. Product and Company Identification
Product Code:
1605.46
Product Name:
Lacquer Thinner
Manufacturer Information
Company Name:
W. M. Barr
2105 Channel Avenue
Memphis, TN 38113
Phone Number:
[phone]
Emergency Contact:
3E 24 Hour Emergency Contact [phone]
Information:
W.M. Barr Customer Service [phone]
Web site address:
www.wmbarr.com
Preparer Name:
W.M. Barr EHS Dept [phone]
Intended Use:
Paint thinning and general paint clean up.
GML170, QML170, CML170, QML170L
Synonyms
2. Hazards Identification
Danger! Extremely flammable. Keep away from heat, sparks, flame and all other sources of ignition. Vapors
may cause flash fire or ignite explosively. Do not smoke. Extinguish all flames and pilot lights, and turn off
stoves, heaters, electric motors and all other sources of ignition during use and until all vapors are gone. Beware
of static electricity that may be generated by clothing and other sources.
Emergency Overview
This material is classified as hazardous under OSHA regulations.
OSHA Regulatory Status:
Inhalation Acute Exposure Effects:
Vapor harmful. May cause dizziness; headache; watering of eyes; irritation of respiratory tract; weakness;
drowsiness; nausea; numbness in fingers, arms and legs; depression of central nervous system; loss of appetite;
fatigue; hallucinations; light headedness; visual disturbances; giddiness and intoxication; sleepiness; cough and
dyspnea; cold, clammy extremities; diarrhea; vomiting; dilation of pupils; spotted vision. Severe overexposure
may cause convulsions; unconsciousness; coma; and death. Intentional misuse of this product by deliberately
concentrating and inhaling can be harmful or fatal.
Skin Contact Acute Exposure Effects:
May be absorbed through the skin. May cause irritation; numbness in the fingers and arms; drying of skin; and
dermatitis. May cause increased severity of symptoms listed under inhalation.
Eye Contact Acute Exposure Effects:
This material is an eye irritant. May cause irritation; burns; conjunctivitis of eyes; and corneal ulcerations of the
eye. Vapors may irritate eyes.
Ingestion Acute Exposure Effects:
Poison. Cannot be made non-poisonous. May be fatal or cause blindness. May cause dizziness; headache;
nausea; vomiting; burning sensation in mouth, throat, and stomach; loss of coordination; depression of the central
nervous system; narcosis; stupor; gastrointestinal irritation; liver, kidney, and heart damage; diarrhea; loss of
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic)
Licensed to W.M. Barr and Company
GHS format