Product Name: Surface Drier
Synonyms: Paint Drier, Metal Carboxylate Drier
Recommended Use: Drying agent for paints, coatings, and varnishes
Manufacturer: Refer to packaging or supplier
Emergency Contact: Refer to label or institutional guidebook
Product Code: Refer to supplier documentation
CAS Number: Mixture, see composition section
Hazard Classification: Flammable liquid, harmful by inhalation or skin contact, potential to irritate eyes and skin on exposure
Label Elements: Flammable pictogram, health hazard symbol, environmental warning
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: May cause respiratory irritation, risk of organ effects from prolonged exposure, hazard to aquatic environment
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors, wear protective gloves and goggles, use only outdoors or in well-ventilated areas
Cobalt Octoate: 1-3% (CAS 136-52-7)
Manganese Octoate: 1-3% (CAS 1338-02-9)
Lead Naphthenate: 0-2% (CAS 61790-14-5), optional depending on formulation
Mineral Spirits (Solvent Naphtha): 50-70% (CAS 64742-88-7)
Other Additives: Proprietary blend of metal carboxylates and stabilizers
Impurities: Trace levels depending on raw material sources
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air immediately, provide oxygen if breathing is difficult, seek medical attention if symptoms develop
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, thoroughly wash skin with soap and water, do not use solvents to clean, seek care if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Flush eyes gently with clean water for at least 15 minutes, seek medical help if irritation persists
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth, call physician or poison center promptly
Note to Physicians: Treat symptomatically, monitor for chemical pneumonitis from aspiration
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide to extinguish, water spray for cooling only
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct water jets can spread flames
Specific Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air, combustion produces carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, metal oxides
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters need full protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus
Advice: Move containers safely from fire area if possible, keep cool with water spray, avoid run-off entering sewers or watercourses
Personal Precautions: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, protective clothing, ventilate area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spills from entering drains, waterways, or soil
Spill Clean-up: Absorb with inert material (sand, diatomite), shovel into tightly closed containers, dispose by regulations
Decontamination: Wash affected surfaces with detergent and water after removal
Large Spills: Dike area, notify relevant authorities in case of environmental contamination risk
Safe Handling: Avoid inhalation and skin contact, use away from open flames or hot surfaces, do not smoke near handling areas, ground all equipment, use spark-proof tools
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands thoroughly before eating or smoking, remove contaminated clothing
Safe Storage: Store away from extreme heat, oxidizers, acids, and direct sunlight, ensure containers remain tightly closed, keep in original or compatible containers
Shelf Life: Check expiration date marked by manufacturer, do not use after degradation
Exposure Limits: Cobalt compounds (TLV: 0.02mg/m³), solvent vapors (varies by jurisdiction and compound)
Engineering Controls: Use explosion-proof ventilation systems or local exhaust, maintain airborne levels below permissible limits
Personal Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, face shield if splash likely, antistatic footwear, flame-resistant clothing if handling large quantities
Respiratory Protection: Use air-purifying respirators if ventilation insufficient, select appropriate cartridge based on vapor composition
Environmental Exposure Controls: Prevent discharge into the environment, regular monitoring of workplace air and wastewater recommended
Appearance: Clear to slightly hazy liquid, color varies based on formulation
Odor: Hydrocarbon solvent-like, mild-moderate pungency
pH: Not applicable (non-aqueous)
Boiling Point: 150°C–200°C (mainly solvent component)
Flash Point: 38°C–49°C (varies by solvent blend)
Vapor Pressure: 0.6–1.6 kPa at 20°C
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents
Viscosity: Low to moderate, facilitates flow
Density: 0.8–0.95 g/cm³
Auto-ignition Temperature: 230°C–260°C
Evaporation Rate: Slower than ether, depends on solvent portion
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions, avoid temperature extremes
Reactivity: Not chemically reactive under normal conditions
Hazardous Reactions: Can react with oxidizers, acids, alkalis
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Burns to release carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, metal oxides, irritating fumes
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, alkalis, oxidizing agents, open flames
Acute Toxicity: Harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin, symptoms may include nausea, dizziness, headache
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause moderate redness, prolonged contact can lead to dermatitis
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Can cause irritation, watering, pain
Respiratory Sensitization: Inhalation may aggravate existing lung conditions, sensitive individuals may develop cough or difficulty breathing
Chronic Effects: Chronic overexposure to cobalt and lead may cause systemic toxicity, risk of reproductive harm from certain driers
Carcinogenicity: Cobalt compounds listed as possible carcinogens by IARC, monitor cumulative exposure
Mutagenicity/Teratogenicity: Evidence limited, safe handling blocks possible risks
Environmental Persistence: Metal salts and solvents may persist in soil or water; slow degradation under natural conditions
Aquatic Toxicity: Cobalt, manganese and lead salts toxic to aquatic life; risk of long-term effects
Bioaccumulation: Metals have potential to bioaccumulate in food chains, notably in fish or invertebrates
Mobility in Soil: Solvents can migrate through soil, contaminating groundwater
Other Adverse Effects: Hydrocarbons can create slicks and smother aquatic habitats, risk to plant root uptake in contaminated soils
Product Disposal: Contain and label as hazardous waste, send to approved incineration or chemical landfill based on local regulations, do not release into drains
Container Disposal: Empty containers may retain product residues, triple rinse then puncture and send to approved recycler or disposer
Special Precautions: Always wear protective gear, avoid inhaling fumes during handling, refer to local environmental authority for region-specific guidance
UN Number: 1263 (Paint related material or paint driers containing flammable solvents)
Proper Shipping Name: Paint Related Material
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable liquid)
Packing Group: III (Moderate flammability)
Labeling Requirements: Flammable liquid label plus environmental hazard where required
Special Transportation Notes: Secure upright, keep away from sources of ignition, protect from impact and temperature swings, limited quantity exemption may apply for small packs
GHS Classification: Covers flammability, acute toxicity, chronic health effects, environmental hazard
OSHA Status: Classified as hazardous under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200
TSCA Inventory: All listed ingredients appear on the TSCA inventory or are exempt
REACH Regulation (EU): Cobalt and manganese compounds subject to registration and restrictions
Other National Inventories: Product matches items listed in Canadian DSL, Australian AICS, Japanese ENCS
OSHA PEL / ACGIH TLV: Cobalt and solvent exposure limits as outlined above
Other Information: Consult workplace safety officer for local chemical control laws, use the product as directed on label for safety compliance
