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This safety data sheet provides information on EP Lube, a lubricant for drilling fluid systems produced by M-I Drilling Fluids. It lists the product ingredients as mineral oil and a sulphide/polymer blend. The document outlines safety precautions for handling, storage, exposure controls and personal protective equipment needed. It also gives physical and chemical properties of EP Lube and addresses disposal considerations.

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M-I DRILLING FLUIDS

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET


EP LUBE

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT AND THE COMPANY


SUBSTANCE NAME: EP LUBE
COMPANY IDENTIFICATION: M-I Drilling Fluids
Pocra Quay, Footdee, Aberdeen AB11 5DQ.
TELEPHONE: 00 44 1224 584336
FAX: 00 44 1224 576119
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENT NAME CONTENTS HEALTH RISK CAS No.
(class) (R.No.)

Mineral Oil, petroleum distillate <66% None


Sulphide/ polymer blend >44% None

NOTES: This product is not classified as hazardous according to CHIP regulations.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
This product is not regarded as a health hazard under normal conditions of handling and use.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES


EYES: Promptly wash eyes with lots of water while lifting the eye lids. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes and
seek medical attention.
SKIN: Wash the skin immediately with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Seek medical attention
if symtoms develop.
INHALATION: Remove the exposed person to fresh air immediately. Seek medical attention if ill effects occur.

INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting, wash out mouth with water. Give plentyof water to drink. Seek medical
attention.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES


EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water spray, carbon dioxide, foam or dry powder.

SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Water may be used to cool fire exposed containers.

SPECIAL EXPOSURE HAZARDS IN FIRE: Fire or high temperatures will produce acrid fumes, smoke such as oxides
of carbon, nitrogen sulfur and aldehydes.
Self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing should be
worn.

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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE
SPILL CLEANUP METHODS: Absorb using sand, earth or vermiculite or similar absorbent material. Contain the spill.
Keep away from drains. Transfer to a container for disposal. Wash the spillage area clean.
Ensure suitable personal protection during the removal of spillages.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
USAGE PRECAUTIONS: Avoid spillages, skin or eye contact. Ensure adequate ventilation.

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: Keep container tightly closed.

STORAGE CRITERIA: None noted.


8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
TAKE MEASURES TO PREVENT: Spillages, skin or eye contact.

EXPOSURE CONTROL LIMITS: TLV/TWA Oil mist, mineral (1976) 5mg/m^3 (<66% of product)

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. Use an approved
respirator with organic vapour filter if OES is likely to be exceeded.
HAND PROTECTION: Use suitable protective gloves if risk of skin contact. Use protective
gloves made of rubber, neoprene or PVC.
SKIN PROTECTION: Suitable clothing to prevent prolonged or repeated contact.

EYE PROTECTION: Wear chemical safety goggles to prevent any possibility of eye contact.
Provide eyewash station.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCE: Liquid.
COLOUR: Dark brown
ODOUR / TASTE: Paraffin
pH: Not Determined
BOILING POINT / RANGE: Not Determined
MELTING POINT / RANGE: N/A
FLASHPOINT (deg C): 74 (PMCC)
FLAMMABILITY: Not Determined
AUTOFLAMMABILITY: Not Determined
EXPLOSIVE PROPERTIES: Not Determined
OXIDISING PROPERTIES: None known.
VAPOUR PRESSURE: Not Determined
RELATIVE DENSITY: S.G. 0.874
SOLUBILITY(water and fat) Partially soluble in water.
OTHER:

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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
NORMALLY STABLE
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Keep away from heat, sparks and open flames. Keep container closed
and use only with sufficient ventiltion.
MATERIALS TO AVOID: Oxidising agents.

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:Fire or high temperatures will produce oxides of carbon, nitrogen and
aldehydes.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES INCLUDING SPECIAL HEALTH EFFECTS OF CONSTITUENTS:

EYES: Splashes in the eyes may cause mild irritation and redness.
SKIN: Prolonged or repeated contact may be irritating and may cause dermatitis.
INGESTION: Swallowing small amounts is not likely to cause any harm. Higher doses may cause nausea or vomiting.
INHALATION: Symptoms of excessive exposure may cause coughing and upper respiratory tract irritation.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION


POSSIBLE EFFECTS: No available data.

BEHAVIOUR: No available data.

ENVIRONMENTAL FATE: No available data.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS


DISPOSAL METHODS: Recover and reclaim or recycle, if practical. Dispose of in licensed special waste site
Confirm disposal procedure with local authorities. Incinerate under approved controlled
conditions. Disposal as for hydrocarbon materials.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN NUMBER: N/A

AIR
IATA: N/A
IATA LABEL:

SEA
IMDG: N/A
IMDG LABEL:

ROAD
ADR: N/A
UK LABEL FOR CONVEYANCE: No transport warning sign is required.

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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
LABEL FOR SUPPLY: No label required.

RISK PHRASES: None assigned

SAFETY PHRASES: None assigned

SPECIFIC EC CONTROLS:

SPECIFIC UK LEGISLATIVE CONTROLS:

16. OTHER INFORMATION


TRAINING ADVICE:

RECOMMENDED USES AND RESTRICTIONS:Lubricant for drilling fluid systems.

FURTHER INFORMATION:

SOURCES OF KEY DATA: Producers' safety data sheets.

OTHER:

The data contained in this safety data sheet has been supplied as required by the Chemicals (Hazardous
Identification and Packaging) Regulations, as amended, for the purpose of protecting the health and
safety of industrial and commercial users who are deemed capable of understanding and acting on the
information provided. The information herein is not exhaustive and should only be used as a guide to
determine the best conditions for the safe use of the product. M-I Drilling Fluids is not responsible for
any injury or liability resulting from the misuse of the product.

Please ensure that it is passed to the appropriate person(s) in your company, who are capable of acting on the
information.

Revision Date: 22/7/97

Revision Number: 0-D

Revised By: DR K.J. WALKER

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