SAFETY DATA SHEET to EEC Directive 91/155/EEC

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY

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Product Base Oil (Clairsol 370)
CAS Number - Unit size Bulk barrel
Formula Base Oil Supplier BW Group plc, Minto Drive
Emergency Contact A Popplestone (01224 879013) Altens, Aberdeen, AB12 3LW

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Ingredient Name Concentration % wt Hazard CAS Number

Base Oil 100 Harmful -
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Harmful : may cause lung damage if swallowed.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Eye contact Irrigate thoroughly with water for at least 10 minutes. If discomfort persists obtain medical attention.
Skin contact Remove contaminated clothing. Wash off skin thoroughly with soap and water.
Ingestion Wash out mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.
Inhalation Remove from exposure, rest and keep warm. Obtain medical attention.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing agents Foam, dry powder, CO2, sand, earth or water fog. Keep containers cool by spraying with
water.
Unsuitable extinguishing agents Other than above.
Special exposure hazards None known.
Special protective equipment Use full self contained breathing set. Protective clothing, including impervious gloves, should
be worn if skin contact is anticipated. Wear face visor or goggles if eye contact can
accidentally occur.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions Avoid contact with skin. Wear protective clothing and impermeable gloves. If there is a splash
risk also wear goggles or safety glasses.
Environmental precautions This product is not to be disposed to the sea. Onshore use all practical means to prevent
water or soil contamination. If any liquid enters the drainage system inform appropriate
authorities and fire brigade.
Methods for cleaning up Contain or absorb with sand or other non-combustible material. Report any escape to public
drains or streams to the water authority immediately. Dispose of waste at an approved site.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling precautions Avoid contact with skin and avoid the release of oil mists. Material is delivered in bulk and
should remain in the mud or base oil tanks prior to use.
Storage conditions In bunded bulk tanks. No naked flames, hot elements or other ignition sources should be
present.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Recommended use Drilling fluid chemical

Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection Not required under normal conditions of use. Do not enter confined spaces without breathing
apparatus.
Hand protection Rubber or plastic gloves.
Eye protection Safety glasses or goggles.
Skin and body protection Coveralls or laboratory coat.
Exposure limits Monitoring of the workplace should be considered in accordance to EH40 (or equivalent)
controls.
OES (Oil Mist, Mineral) - LTEL (8hr TWA) = 5 mg/m 3
- STEL (15 mins TWA) = 10 mg/m³

The information contained in this safety data sheet is given in good faith. It is accurate to the best of our knowledge and belief and represents the most up to date information. The information
given in this data sheet does not constitute or replace the user’s own assessment of workplace risk as required by other health and safety legislation.

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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Colour Colourless Form Liquid

Odour Slight oil odour pH Neutral
Boiling point/range 225-290ºC Melting point/range Not reported
Flash point 100ºC Flammability Limits 0.6-7.0
Autoignition temperature 230ºC Water solubility Not water soluble
Other data sg 0.79 g/ml Viscosity 2.0 cSt. (20ºC)
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Conditions to avoid Protect from all forms of heat and ignition sources.
Materials to avoid None known.
Hazardous decomposition products None known.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxic effects Product is non toxic under normal offshore and onshore usage conditions.
Eyes Vapour may be irritating to the eyes.
Skin Liquid is a mild skin irritant. Prolonged and repeated contact may cause dermatitis.
Ingestion Low viscosity product. If after ingestion vomiting occurs, product may be harmful or fatal
if aspirated into the lungs.
Inhalation Liquid and vapour is an irritant. May cause drowsiness, nausea, dizziness and ultimately
unconsciousness.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Product is classified as an oil mud by the DTI and product disposal offshore is not permitted.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Re-use within mud system. Otherwise absorb product on inert material and ship to shore for disposal or incineration at approved
site. Spills onshore should be prevented from entering the drainage system by recovery of liquid and disposal at an approved site.
It is an offence to discharge to public drains, marine or inland waters.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

PROPER SHIPPING NAME : Not Restricted

UN number Not registered IMDG hazard class -

Packaging group - Marine pollutant No
EMS number - EINECS number 232-455-8
MFAG number -
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Supply classification
Hazard symbol(s) Xn Harmful
Risk phrases R65 - Harmful : May cause lung damage if swallowed.
Safety phrases S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S37 - Wear suitable gloves.
S43 - In case of fire, use sand, earth, foam or water fog.
S51 - Use only in well ventilated areas.
S62 - If swallowed do not induce vomiting; seek medical advice immediately and show container or
label.
OCNS status Category Z. Use approved as part of an oil mud system. Disposal offshore is not allowed.
16. OTHER INFORMATION

Recommended use Base Oil is the continuous phase of the BW Inverkleen oil mud system. The concentration required within
the mud varies depending on required mud weight and rheology as outlined within the mud programme.
Further information -

The information contained in this safety data sheet is given in good faith. It is accurate to the best of our knowledge and belief and represents the most up to date information. The information
given in this data sheet does not constitute or replace the user’s own assessment of workplace risk as required by other health and safety legislation.

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