Solvents (CAS#) |
% by Weight | LEL (%)1 | PEL/REL/TLV2 |
IDLH (ppm)3 | Odor Characteristics | Short-Term Health Effects | Long-Term Health Effects | Target Organs |
| MIL-C-46168D, Tan 686 CARC, Part A | ||||||||
| PM Acetate (108-65-6) | 2 | 1.7 | TLV not established | Irritant; Cough; Dizziness; Drowsiness; Headache; Nausea; Sore throat; Dry skin. Irritates eyes and respiratory tract. Exposure at high level may result in central nervous system depression. | Defats skin. | Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system. | ||
| Butyl Acetate (123-86-4) |
6 | 1.7 | PEL: TWA 150 ppm TLV: TWA 150 ppm |
1700 ppm | Strong fruity odor | Irritant; Headache; Drowsiness; Narcosis; Irritates the eyes and respiratory tract. Exposures far above PEL could cause lowering of consciousness. | Defats skin | Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system |
| Methyl Propyl Ketone (107-87-9) | 2 | 1.5 | PEL: TWA 200 ppm TLV: TWA 200 ppm |
1500 ppm | Fruity, ethereal odor | Irritates eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Exposures above PEL could cause lowering of consciousness. | Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. | Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system |
| Methyl Ethyl Ketone (78-93-3) | 2 | 1.4 (200oF) | PEL: TWA 200 ppm TLV: TWA 200 ppm |
3000 ppm | Acetone-like odor | Irritant; Headache; Dizziness; Vomiting; Dermatitis; The substance irritates the eyes and respiratory tract. May cause effects on the CNS. Exposure far above the PEL may result in unconsciousness. | Defats skin; Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes toxic effects upon human reproduction. | Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system |
| MIL-C-46168, Part B | ||||||||
| Xylene (1330-20-7) | 12.5 | PEL: TWA 100 ppm TLV: TWA 100 ppm |
Irritant | |||||
| n-Butyl Acetate (123-86-4) |
12.5 | 1.7 | PEL: TWA 150 ppm TLV: TWA 150 ppm |
1700 ppm | Strong fruity odor | Irritant; Headache; Drowsiness; Narcosis; Irritates the eyes and respiratory tract. Exposures far above PEL could cause lowering of consciousness. | Defats skin | Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system |
| MIL-C-46168D Type II, 383 Green | ||||||||
| Toluene (108-88-3) | <10 | 1.1 | TWA 200ppm, Ceiling 300 ppm, 10-minute maximum
peak - 500 ppm REL: TWA 100ppm TLV: TWA 50 ppm (skin) |
500 ppm | Benzol-like odor | Irritates the eyes and respiratory tract. Exposure could cause CNS depression. Exposure at high levels may result in cardiac dysrhythmia, unconsciousness and death. | Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. The substance may have effects on the CNS resulting in decreased learning ability and psychological disorders. Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes toxic effects upon human reproduction. | Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, liver, kidney |
| Xylene (1330-20-7) | <10 | PEL: TWA 100 ppm TLV: TWA 100 ppm |
Irritant | |||||
| 1-Methoxy 2-Propanol Acetate (108-65-6) | 20-30 | |||||||
| Methyl Ethyl Ketone (78-93-3) | <10 | 1.4 (200oF) | PEL: TWA 200 ppm TLV: TWA 200 ppm |
3000 ppm | Acetone-like odor | Irritant; Headache; Dizziness; Vomiting; Dermatitis; The substance irritates the eyes and respiratory tract. May cause effects on the CNS. Exposure far above the PEL may result in unconsciousness. | Defats skin; Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes toxic effects upon human reproduction. | Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system |
| MIL-C-53039A, Green 383 | ||||||||
| Methyl Isoamyl Ketone (110-12-3) | 29.69 | 1.0 (200oF) | PEL: TWA 50 ppm TLV: TWA 50 ppm |
Pleasant odor | Irritates the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the kidneys, resulting in kidney impairment. Exposure above PEL could cause lowering of consciousness. | Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. | Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, liver, kidney | |
| Butyl Acetate (123-86-4) |
1.24 | 1.7 | PEL: TWA 150 ppm TLV: TWA 150 ppm |
1700 ppm | Strong fruity odor | Irritant; Headache; Drowsiness; Narcosis; Irritates the eyes and respiratory tract. Exposures far above PEL could cause lowering of consciousness. | Defats skin | Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system |
| MIL-C-53039A, Tan 686A | ||||||||
| Methyl Isoamyl Ketone (110-12-3) | 20-30 | 1.0 (200oF) | PEL: TWA 50 ppm TLV: TWA 50 ppm |
Pleasant odor | Irritates the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the kidneys, resulting in kidney impairment. Exposure above PEL could cause lowering of consciousness. | Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. | Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, liver, kidney | |
| Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (108-10-1) | 6.26 | 1.2 (200oF) | PEL: 50 ppm TLV: 50 ppm |
500 ppm | Ethereal odor | Irritant; Narcotic in high concentrations; Headache; narcosis, coma; dermatitis; The substance and the vapor irritates the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Swallowing the liquid may cause aspiration into the lungs with the risk of chemical pneumonitis. The substance may cause effects on the CNS. |
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. | Eyes, skin, respiratory system, CNS, liver, kidneys |
| Butyl Acetate (123-86-4) |
1-5 | 1.7 | PEL: TWA 150 ppm TLV: TWA 150 ppm |
1700 ppm | Strong fruity odor | Irritant; Headache; Drowsiness; Narcosis; Irritates the eyes and respiratory tract. Exposures far above PEL could cause lowering of consciousness. | Defats skin | Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system |
| MIL-81772B – Thinner Aircraft Coating | ||||||||
| Methyl Ethyl Ketone (78-93-3) | 30.5 | 1.4 (200oF) | PEL: TWA 200 ppm TLV: TWA 200 ppm |
3000 ppm | Acetone-like odor | Irritant; Headache; Dizziness; Vomiting; Dermatitis; The substance irritates the eyes and respiratory tract. May cause effects on the CNS. Exposure far above the PEL may result in unconsciousness. | Defats skin; Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes toxic effects upon human reproduction. | Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system |
| Toluene (108-88-3) | 10.5 | 1.1 | TWA 200ppm, Ceiling 300 ppm, 10-minute maximum
peak - 500 ppm REL: TWA 100ppm TLV: TWA 50 ppm (skin) |
500 ppm | Benzol-like odor | Irritates the eyes and respiratory tract. Exposure could cause CNS depression. Exposure at high levels may result in cardiac dysrhythmia, unconsciousness and death. | Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. The substance may have effects on the CNS resulting in decreased learning ability and psychological disorders. Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes toxic effects upon human reproduction. | Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, liver, kidney |
| N-Butyl Acetate (123-86-4) | 11 | 1.7 | PEL: TWA 150 ppm TLV: TWA 200 ppm |
1700 ppm | Strong fruity odor | Irritant; Headache; Drowsiness; Narcosis; Irritates the eyes and respiratory tract. Exposures far above PEL could cause lowering of consciousness. | Defats skin | Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system |
| Xylene (1330-20-7) | 7 | PEL: TWA 100 ppm TLV: TWA 100 ppm |
Irritant |
This information is based on the MSDSs for CARC paints and the NIOSH
Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards, DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No. 99-115, April 1999.
REL - Recommended Exposure Limit (NIOSH)
TLV - Threshold Limit Value
TWA - Time Weighted Average
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