Thinner 08230
Product characteristics
Description
Apart from a few special situations, thinning is not necessary. Paints are designed to be applied out of the can, so once the paint has been thoroughly mixed (together with a curing agent if appropriate), there should not normally be a need for the addition of thinner. There are general reasons for when to use thinner and when not to use thinner. To learn more about these reasons please visit Technical Guideline ‘Use of Thinner’.
Recommended use
08230 (32°C/90°F)
Thinner for Hempaline qualities and other alkyd-based products (except Hempaquick qualities).
PRODUCT DATASHEET
Product safety
Flash point
38°C [100°F]
VOC content
| Legislation | Value |
|---|---|
| EU | 781 g/L [6.52 lb/US gal] |
| US (coatings) | 781 g/L [6.52 lb/US gal] |
| US (regulatory) | 781 g/L [6.52 lb/US gal] |
| Canada | 781 g/L [6.52 lb/US gal] |
| China | 781 g/L [6.52 lb/US gal] |
| Hong Kong | 781 g/L [6.52 lb/US gal] |
| Korea | 781 g/L [6.52 lb/US gal] |
According to specific legislation, see details in the Explanatory Notes available at Hempel website, hempel.com or at your local Hempel website. VOC values may vary with shade, please consult the Safety Data Sheet, section 9.
Handling
Handle with care. Before and during use, observe safety labels on packaging and paint containers and follow all local and national safety regulations. Always consult Hempel’s Safety Data Sheet for this product along with the Product Data Sheet.
For professional use only.
Product data
Product code
08230
Standard shade / code
Transparent 00000
Volume solids
0 ± 2%
Specific gravity
0.8 kg/L [7 lb/US gal]
Surface preparation
Consult Hempel’s separate Surface Preparation Guidelines for more details.
Application
[No specific data provided in PDF under this heading.]
Drying and overcoating
[No specific data provided in PDF under this heading.]
Storage
Shelf life
| Ambient temperature | Product |
|---|---|
| 25°C [77°F] | 60 months |
Shelf life from date of production, when stored in original, unopened containers. Thereafter, the product quality must be re-inspected. Storage at elevated temperatures may reduce shelf life. For advice, please consult Hempel.
References
Product Data Sheet – Hempel’s Thinner 08230
Issued by Hempel A/S – July 2025
Document Version: 4/4
Source: https://www.hempel.com
Technical Guidelines and Explanatory Notes
Last accessed: 28 May 2025
Reference link: https://www.hempel.com/service-and-support/technical-guidelines
Note: Always consult the latest version of the Product Data Sheet and associated documents directly from Hempel’s official website to ensure accuracy and compliance with the most current recommendations.
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