What is ALEXSEAL BLENDING SOLVENT and why choose it?
ALEXSEAL A5033 Blending Solvent is a professional, halogen-free mixture of organic solvents designed for industrial serial painting processes. Developed by Mankiewicz, it is formulated to act as a blending solvent in paint systems, providing controlled solvent power and evaporation behavior under demanding production conditions. Its defined composition, flash point and vapor pressure allow safe and predictable use when proper protection and ventilation are in place.
Main features
- Professional-grade blending solvent: Intended for industrial serial painting applications.
- Halogen-free formulation: Mixture of organic solvents, halogen-free.
- Flammable liquid: Classified as Flammable Liquid Category 3; flash point 33 °C (ISO 13736).
- Vapour effects on health: May cause drowsiness or dizziness (STOT SE 3, central nervous system).
- Aspiration hazard: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways (Asp. Tox. 1).
- Skin effects: Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking (EUH066).
- Aquatic hazard: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects (Aquatic Chronic 3).
- Halogen-free components with defined ranges: Based mainly on n-butyl acetate with additional ketone and aromatic hydrocarbon solvents.
- Suitable for multiple application methods: Intended for use in spray and related industrial coating processes where efficient blending solvent behaviour is required.
Technical specifications
- Product type: Mixture of organic solvents, halogen-free.
- Identified use: Industrial serial painting.
- Main hazardous components (approximate ranges):
- n-butyl acetate (CAS 123-86-4): ≥ 40 – ≤ 100 % w/w
- heptan-2-one (CAS 110-43-0): ≥ 5 – < 12.5 % w/w
- 2-methoxy-1-methylethyl acetate (CAS 108-65-6): ≥ 5 – < 12.5 % w/w
- Solvent naphtha (petroleum), light arom. (CAS 128601-23-0): ≥ 5 – < 12.5 % w/w
- Physical state: Liquid (20 – 25 °C, 1,013 hPa).
- Colour: According to product name.
- Odour: Characteristic.
- Boiling point / range: Approximately 120 °C.
- Flash point: 33 °C (ISO 13736).
- Auto-ignition temperature: > 400 °C.
- Explosion limits (vapour in air):
- Lower: 1.0 % (V)
- Upper: 10.0 % (V)
- Water solubility: Insoluble; immiscible with water.
- Vapour pressure: Approximately 100 hPa at 50 °C.
- Density: Approximately 0.91 g/cm³ at 20 °C.
- Viscosity (kinematic): > 6 mm²/s.
- Flow time:
- < 12 s, 4 mm cup (DIN 53211)
- < 10 s, 6 mm cup (ISO 2431)
- VOC content (as supplied): 97.09 %, 880 g/l (Directive 2010/75/EU).
- CLP classification (Reg. (EC) 1272/2008):
- Flam. Liq. 3; H226 – Flammable liquid and vapour.
- STOT SE 3; H336 – May cause drowsiness or dizziness (central nervous system).
- Asp. Tox. 1; H304 – May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
- Aquatic Chronic 3; H412 – Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- EUH066 – Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
- Endocrine-disrupting properties: The mixture does not contain components identified as having endocrine disrupting properties at ≥ 0.1 %.
Applications and use cases
ALEXSEAL A5033 Blending Solvent is intended for use in industrial serial painting. It is used as a blending solvent within coating systems during professional paint application processes, particularly where controlled solvent evaporation and compatibility with organic solvent-based paints are required. The product is designed exclusively for professional and industrial environments with adequate ventilation and safety measures.
FAQ – ALEXSEAL BLENDING SOLVENT
Frequently asked questions
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What is the primary use of ALEXSEAL Blending Solvent?
It is used as a blending solvent in industrial serial painting processes.
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Is this product suitable for consumer or DIY use?
The documentation is written for professional and industrial users; handling requires appropriate workplace safety measures and personal protective equipment.
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Is ALEXSEAL Blending Solvent water-soluble?
No. The product is insoluble and immiscible in water.
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What are the main health hazards?
Vapours may cause drowsiness or dizziness, repeated skin contact may lead to dryness or cracking, and ingestion with aspiration into the airways may be fatal.
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How flammable is the product?
It is classified as a Flammable Liquid Category 3 with a flash point of 33 °C. Vapours can form explosive mixtures with air.
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Does it pose environmental risks?
Yes. It is harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects and should not be allowed to enter drains, water courses, rivers or lakes.
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How should spills be handled?
Exclude ignition sources, provide ventilation, avoid inhaling vapours and contain the spill with non-combustible absorbents such as sand, earth, vermiculite or diatomaceous earth before disposal according to local regulations.
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What happens if the product is inhaled?
Move the person to fresh air, keep them warm and at rest. In case of irregular breathing, provide artificial respiration and seek medical advice.
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What should be done in case of skin or eye contact?
For skin contact, remove contaminated clothing and wash thoroughly with soap and water. For eye contact, remove contact lenses and rinse with clean water for at least 10 minutes and seek medical advice.
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How should waste and empty containers be disposed of?
Dispose of product and uncleanable packaging in accordance with local regulations. Cleaned packaging may be reused if permitted by regional waste disposal authorities.
Section 14 – Transport information
- UN number / ID number:
- ADR: UN 1263
- IMDG: UN 1263
- IATA: UN 1263
- UN proper shipping name: PAINT RELATED MATERIAL (all modes).
- Transport hazard class: Class 3 (flammable liquids) for ADR, IMDG and IATA.
- Packing group: III (ADR, IMDG, IATA).
- ADR classification code: F1; Hazard identification number: 30; Tunnel restriction code: (D/E).
- Labels: Class 3, Flammable Liquids.
- IMDG EmS code: F-E, S-E.
- IATA packing instructions:
- Cargo aircraft: PI 366, PG III.
- Passenger aircraft: PI 355, PG III; Limited Quantities: Y344.
- Environmental hazards during transport:
- ADR: Not classified as environmentally hazardous.
- IMDG: Not a marine pollutant.
- Special precautions for users: When transported within user premises, always move the product in closed, upright and secure containers. Ensure personnel handling the containers are informed about emergency and spill procedures.
Section 8 – Personal protective measures
Engineering controls
- Provide good general ventilation and, where practicable, local exhaust ventilation.
- If ventilation does not keep aerosol and solvent vapour concentrations below occupational exposure limits, suitable respiratory protection must be used.
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Eye and face protection: Wear safety goggles to protect against solvent splashes.
- Hand protection:
- Use chemical-resistant protective gloves tested in accordance with EN 374.
- Recommended for short-term contact (splash protection): nitrile rubber or neoprene.
- Minimum material thickness: > 0.4 mm.
- Breakthrough time: > 480 minutes.
- Check suitability of gloves for the specific workstation (mechanical resistance, product compatibility, antistatic properties).
- Skin and body protection: Wear appropriate protective clothing adapted to the probability of explosive atmospheres. Avoid prolonged skin contact and clean contaminated skin immediately.
- Respiratory protection:
- If solvent concentrations exceed air limit values, use an approved breathing apparatus.
- Use a half-mask model with suitable cartridges or an air-fed respirator.
- During spray application in booths where ventilation is insufficient, operators should wear compressed air-fed respirators until particulate and vapour levels fall below exposure limits.
- General protective measures and hygiene:
- Do not eat, drink or smoke while using the product.
- Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
- Avoid inhalation of sanding dust, spray mist and solvent vapours.
- Organise work so that permanent wearing of protective gloves is not required and use preventive skin protection creams where appropriate.
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