Epson T6243 Operating manual

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PIS # T6243 Version 3.6 (USA)
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Product Information Sheet
1. Article and Corporate Identification
Product: Epson Ink Cartridge T6243
for use with Epson Stylus Pro GS6000
Printers
Distributor: Epson America, Inc.
3840 Kilroy Airport Way
Long Beach, CA 90806
United States
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
The EPSON T6243 Ink Cartridge
Epson Quick-Dry Ink is engineered to
provide superior photo quality results.
2. Composition Information
This is a solvent ink formulation
Ink Composition CAS No. % By Weight
Proprietary dyes and pigments - <6%
Proprietary synthetic polymer - <6%
Diethylene glycol diethyl ether 112-36-7 55 – 65%
γ-Butyrolactone
96-48-0 10 - 20%
Tetraethylene glycol dimethyl ether 143-24-8 10 - 20%
Tetraethylene glycol monobutyl ether 1559-34-8 <6%
Proprietary organic additives - <6%
3. Hazard Identification
3.1 Emergency Overview: Ink component is a light magenta liquid that may cause eye irritation. Avoid contact with
eyes or clothing. In the case of skin contact, wash with soap and water. Keep out of reach
of children.
3.2 Potential Health Effects:
Eyes: Ink contact with eye may be mildly irritating. See Section 11 for Toxicology.

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Skin: Ink contact with skin may cause irritation, swelling, or redness. It is not expected to cause an allergic skin
reaction. See Section 11 for Toxicology.
Inhalation: Intentional exposure to ink vapors may cause respiratory irritation. See Section 11 for Toxicology.
Ingestion: May cause upset stomach. See Section 11 for Toxicology.
4. First Aid Measures
4.1 Eyes: Immediately flush with room temperature, low pressure, clean water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical
attention if eye irritation continues.
4.2 Skin: Wash surface areas with soap and water. Wash soiled clothing before re-wearing. Seek medical attention if
irritation continues.
4.3 Inhalation: Remove subject to ventilated fresh air. Consult physician if necessary
4.4 Ingestion: Seek medical attention if stomach continues to be upset.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammability:Flash point is 71 deg. C (closed cup, ASTM D3278); combustible liquid under Hazardous Communication
Standard (HCS, USA)
Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam, or water
Fire Fighting Instructions: No special fire fighting procedures are required other than breathing apparatus and PPE. No
special explosion hazards are known.
6. Accidental Release Measures
If a spill occurs, use sponges to wipe-up ink, then rinse area with damp cloth. Place waste in closed container for
disposal. Use proper ventilation. Do not dispose of waste to the sewer. Eye or skin protection required during clean-
up. Wash hands with soap and water.
7. Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Keep out of reach of children and do not drink ink. Do not store the cartridge in a high or freezing temperatures.
Keep cartridge out of direct sunlight. Do not dismantle cartridge. Do not store cartridges with oxidizing agents or
explosives. Make sure cartridge is dry before insertion into printer housing. Store in ventilated area without
direct/indirect flame.
8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Use in properly ventilated area
Exposure Controls: Use in properly ventilated area
California OEL for Diethylene glycol diethyl ether (CAS No. 112-36-7)
8-Hour TWA Exposure Value: 5ppm or 33 mg/m3
Personal Protection: None required when cartridges are used as intended

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9. Physical and Chemical Properties of Ink Formulation
Appearance: Magenta Liquid
Odor: Slight
pH: 8.0 – 9.0
Boiling point: No data available
Freezing point: Less than 32 deg. F / O deg. C
Melting point: Less than 32 deg. F / O deg. C
Flash point: 71 deg. C (closed cup, ASTM D3278)
Autoflammability: None
Explosive properties: Explosive limit, 1.4 – 6.9v/v% as γ-Butyrolactone
Oxidizing properties: None
Vapor density: Greater than 1 (air=1)
Relative density: 1.03 at 68 deg. F / 20 deg. C
Solubility in water: Soluble
Solubility in fat: No data available
Partition coefficient: No data available
Viscosity: No data available
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable under normal temperatures
Hazardous polymerization: Will not occur
Hazard decomposition products: No data available
Incompatible materials: Oxidizers and explosives
11. Toxicology and Health Hazards
Routes Of Overexposure: Eye, skin, inhalation, and oral
Acute Health Hazards:
•Overexposure of eye surface to ink may be mildly irritating
•Overexposure of skin to ink contact may cause irritation and in some people swelling and redness
•Intentional inhalation overexposure to ink vapors may result in respiratory tract irritation and anesthesia
•Intentional or accidental oral ingestion may cause an upset stomach
Chronic Health Hazards: None known
Carcinogenicity: Not containing substances listed in IARC Monographs (1, 2A, 2B)
Toxicity Data: Oral LD50 Dermal LD50 Inhalant LC50 OSHA Regulated?
>2500mg/kg(Rats) >2000mg/kg(Rats) Not Applicable Not Established
12. Ecological Information
No data available on the adverse effects of this material on the environment
13. Disposal Considerations
Disposal should be in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.

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14. Transportation Information (for commercial purposes)
Not regulated as a Hazardous Material by DOT, IMO, or IATA
15. Regulatory Considerations
U.S. DOT Hazard Class Regulated? No
U.S. OSHA Inhalation Hazard? No
In U.S., NFPA/HMIS Hazard Rating: Health (1), Flammability (2), Instability/Reactivity (0), Other (0)
EU RoHS compliant? Yes
EU Directive 1999/45/EC: Does not meet criteria for dangerous classification
California Proposition 65: Not Regulated
Canada WHMIS Controlled Product: Not Regulated (manufactured article)
16. Other Information
This PIS adheres to U.S. regulatory requirements and standards and may not meet the regulatory requirements in
other locations.
This is a revised Product Information Sheet which replaces all prior U.S. PIS for this product.
This “Product Information Sheet” contains health, safety, and environmental information. It does not replace any
precautionary language or use and disposal information which accompanies the product. The information contained herein is
believed to be accurate at the time of preparation, but should only be used as a guide. Epson does not warrant the
completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein. It is subject to revision from time to time.
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