THINNER AEPOXY

What is THINNER AEPOXY and why choose it?

THINNER AEPOXY by Chugoku is a xylene-based thinner specially formulated for most epoxy and epoxy-based paints. It is designed to optimise application properties such as viscosity, atomisation and flow, helping to achieve uniform, defect-free epoxy coatings. With a clear liquid appearance, typical solvent odour and controlled VOC content, it is suitable for professional use in industrial and marine environments where epoxy systems from Chugoku are specified.

Main features

• Xylene-based epoxy thinner: Formulated specifically for epoxy and epoxy-based coatings.
• Broad compatibility with Chugoku epoxy ranges: Recommended for UMEGUARD range, CAMIDECK range, NZ PRIMER S, GALVANITE No. 200, PERMAX No. 3300 / PERMAX No. 3000 S, CMP NOVA range and BANNOH range.
• Controlled thinning ratio: Application guideline indicates that usually not more than 5% thinner should be added to the paint.
• Clear, colourless liquid: Does not affect the colour tone of the epoxy paint.
• High solvent content: Theoretical VOC content of 850 g/l, ensuring effective viscosity reduction.
• Highly flammable: Flash point of 13–14°C; classified as “Highly flammable liquid and vapour”.
• Professional-use safety classification: Classified under CLP as Flam. Liq. 2, Acute Tox. 4 (skin), Skin Irrit. 2, Eye Irrit. 2, STOT SE 3, STOT RE 2, Asp. Tox. 1, Aquatic Chronic 3.

Technical specifications

• Product type: Xylene based thinner.
• Recommended use: Thinner for most epoxy and epoxy-based paints, including UMEGUARD, CAMIDECK, NZ PRIMER S, GALVANITE No. 200, PERMAX No. 3300 / PERMAX No. 3000 S, CMP NOVA and BANNOH ranges.
• Application guideline: Usually not more than 5% of thinner should be added to the paint.
• Colour: Clearless (colourless) liquid.
• Odour: Typical aromatic / solvent odour.
• Flash point: 13–14°C (ISO 13736:2021).
• Relative density: 0.87 (20°C, ASTM D1475-98).
• Theoretical VOC: 850 g/l.
• Physical state: Liquid.
• Solubility in water: Partially soluble; mixture is overall non-soluble in water.
• Viscosity (kinematic): 1 mm²/s at 40°C (ISO 3219), non-Newtonian, thixotropic behaviour.
• Explosive limits (from components): Approx. 1.0–7.0% v/v (Reaction mass of ethylbenzene and xylene), 1.2–7.6% v/v (N-butyl acetate), 2–12% v/v (Isopropyl alcohol), 1.9–13.1% v/v (1-methoxy-2-propanol).
• Vapour pressure of main components (20°C): Reaction mass of ethylbenzene and xylene 8.21 mbar; N-butyl acetate 10.7 mbar; Isopropyl alcohol 42 mbar; 1-methoxy-2-propanol 11.6 mbar.
• Auto-ignition temperature (component): 1-methoxy-2-propanol 287°C.

Applications and use cases

• Industrial epoxy coating systems: Designed to thin epoxy primers, intermediates and topcoats within the recommended Chugoku ranges, supporting correct film build and flow.
• Marine and protective coatings: Suitable where Chugoku epoxy systems are used on steel structures, decks, tanks and other protected surfaces.
• Spray application optimisation: Used to adjust viscosity for airless or conventional spray, helping to reduce orange peel and improve atomisation, following the guideline of not exceeding about 5% addition.
• Brush and roller application: Can be used in limited quantities to fine‑tune workability when specified within the relevant paint’s technical data.

FAQ – THINNER AEPOXY

1. What type of thinner is THINNER AEPOXY?

   It is a xylene-based thinner formulated for most epoxy and epoxy-based paints.

2. How much thinner should I add to the epoxy paint?

   The technical data states that usually not more than 5% of thinner should be added to the paint.

3. Which Chugoku products is it recommended for?

   For example: UMEGUARD range, CAMIDECK range, NZ PRIMER S, GALVANITE No. 200, PERMAX No. 3300 / PERMAX No. 3000 S, CMP NOVA range and BANNOH range.

4. What is its appearance and odour?

   It is a clear, colourless liquid with a typical aromatic solvent odour.

5. Is THINNER AEPOXY flammable?

   Yes. It is classified as a highly flammable liquid and vapour (Flam. Liq. 2) with a flash point around 13–14°C.

6. Can it cause health effects?

   Yes. It is harmful in contact with skin, causes skin and serious eye irritation, may cause respiratory irritation, drowsiness or dizziness, and may cause organ damage through prolonged or repeated exposure. It may also be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.

7. Is it hazardous to the environment?

   It is classified as harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects (Aquatic Chronic 3). Do not allow the product to enter drains or watercourses.

8. How should I store this product?

   Store between 0°C and 40°C in a dry, well-ventilated place away from heat, sparks, open flames and direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly closed, upright and away from oxidising agents, strong acids and strong alkalis.

9. How should spills be handled?

   Contain and collect spills with non-combustible absorbent material such as sand, earth, vermiculite or diatomaceous earth and dispose of according to local regulations. Avoid ignition sources and prevent entry into drains or watercourses.

10. How should waste and empty containers be disposed of?

    Waste code indicated is 08 01 11* (waste paint and varnish containing organic solvents or other hazardous substances). Containers must be disposed of in line with local or national legislation and should not be emptied into sewers.

Section 14 – Transport information

• UN number / ID number: UN 1263.
• Proper shipping name: PAINT RELATED MATERIAL.
• Transport hazard class: Class 3 (flammable liquid).
• Packing group: II.
• Label: Flammable liquid, class 3.
• ADR/RID/ADN: UN 1263, Class 3, Packing group II, Hazard Identification Number 33.
• IMDG: UN 1263, PAINT RELATED MATERIAL, Class 3, Packing group II, Marine Pollutant: No, EmS F-E, S-E.
• IATA: UN 1263, PAINT RELATED MATERIAL, Class 3, Packing group II, not classified as environmentally hazardous.
• Special precautions for user: Always transport in closed containers that are upright and secure. Ensure that persons transporting the product know what to do in the event of an accident or spillage.
• Transport within user’s premises: Keep containers closed, upright and secure; isolate from sources of ignition.

Section 8 – Individual protection measures

Exposure controls

• Engineering controls: Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation so that solvent vapour and particulates remain below occupational exposure limits. If this cannot be achieved, suitable respiratory protection is required.

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Respiratory protection

• If workers may be exposed above the exposure limits, use a respirator conforming to EN 140 fitted with filters for particulates and vapours to EN 14387 with an assigned protection factor of at least 10 (e.g. A2P3).
• During spraying inside spray booths where ventilation is insufficient, a compressed air-fed respirator should be worn during spraying and until vapour and particulate concentrations fall below exposure limits.

Hand protection

• Use chemical protective gloves tested according to EN 374.
• For repeated or prolonged exposure (high protection, > 480 min): Polyethylene (PE) gloves, minimum thickness 0.062 mm.
• For repeated or prolonged exposure (high protection, 240–480 min): Polyethylene (PE) gloves, minimum thickness 0.062 mm.
• For repeated or prolonged exposure (medium protection, 120–240 min): Polyethylene (PE) gloves, 0.062 mm; Butyl/Viton gloves, 0.70 mm.
• For repeated or prolonged exposure (medium protection, 60–120 min): Polyethylene (PE) gloves, 0.062 mm; PVA gloves, 0.2–0.3 mm; Butyl/Viton gloves, 0.70 mm.
• For short-term exposure / splash protection (30–60 min): Polyethylene (PE) gloves, 0.062 mm; PVA gloves, 0.2–0.3 mm; Butyl/Viton gloves, 0.70 mm; Nitrile gloves, 0.31 mm.
• For short-term exposure / splash protection (10–30 min): Polyethylene (PE) gloves, 0.062 mm; PVA gloves, 0.2–0.3 mm; Butyl/Viton gloves, 0.70 mm; Butyl gloves, 0.3 mm; Nitrile gloves, 0.175 mm.
• Gloves not suitable (permeation < 10 min): Natural rubber gloves 0.75 mm; Nitrile gloves 0.75 mm; Neoprene gloves 0.75 mm.
• Use PE gloves underneath other gloves for difficult situations such as high exposure or unknown chemical composition/properties.

Eye and face protection

• Use safety eyewear tested to EN 166 and designed to protect against liquid splashes.

Skin and body protection

• Wear antistatic clothing made of natural fibre or high-temperature-resistant synthetic fibre.

Environmental exposure controls

• Prevent product release into drains, surface water or soil.

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