Material Safety Data Sheet: Genair 68
Material Safety Data Sheet: Genair 68
Material Safety Data Sheet: Genair 68
Supplier : Engen Petroleum Limited (Tel: 021-403 4911, a/h: 021-403 4099)
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2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency response data : Light Amber Liquid. DOT ERG No. - Not applicable.
Note : Under normal conditions of intended use, this product does not pose a
risk to health. Excessive exposure may result in eye, skin and
respiratory irritation.
Skin contact : Remove contaminated clothing. Dry wipe exposed skin and cleanse with
hand cleaner, soap and water. Launder contaminated clothing before
reuse. (See Section 16 - Injection Injury)
Eye contact : Flush thoroughly with water. If irritation occurs call a doctor.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media : Carbon dioxide, foam, dry chemical and water fog.
Special fire fighting : Water or foam may cause frothing. Use water to keep fire exposed
procedure containers cool. Water spray may be used to flush spills away from
exposure. Prevent runoff from fire control or dilution from entering
streams, municipal sewers, or drinking water supply.
Special protective : For fires in enclosed areas, fire fighters must use Self-Contained
equipment for firefighters Breathing Apparatus.
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Products of decomposition : Fumes, smoke, carbon monoxide, sulphur oxides, aldehydes and other
decomposition products, in the case of incomplete combustion.
Methods for cleaning up : LAND SPILL: Shut off source taking normal safety precautions. Take
measures to minimize the effects on ground water. Recover by pumping
using explosion-proof equipment or contain spilled liquid with sand or
other suitable absorbent and remove mechanically into containers. If
necessary, dispose of absorbed residues as directed in Section 13.
WATER SPILL: Notify port and relevant authorities. Confine with booms
if skimming equipment is available to recover the spill for later recycling
or disposal.
Warn other ships in the vicinity. If allowed by regulatory authorities the
use of suitable dispersants should be considered where recommended in
local oil spill procedures.
Environmental precautions : Prevent spill from entering municipal sewers, water sources or low lying
areas. Advise the relevant authorities if contaminations have occurred.
Safe handling advice : No special precautions are necessary beyond normal good hygiene
practices.
Storage information : Keep containers closed when not in use. Do not store in open or
unlabelled containers. Do not store near heat sources, sparks, flames,
strong oxidizing agents and combustible materials.
Storage and handling : Prevent small spills and leakages to avoid slip hazard.
procedures
LTEL: Long Term Exposure Limits - Time Weight Average (TWA) over 8 hours.
STEL: Short Term Exposure Limits - Time Weight Average (TWA) over 15 Minutes
Engineering controls : If mists are generated, use ventilation, local exhaust or enclosures to
control below exposure limits.
Respiratory protection : Approved respiratory equipment must be used when mist concentrations
exceed the recommended exposure limits.
Eye protection : If splash with liquid is possible, chemical type goggles should be worn.
Skin and body protection : No special equipment required. However, if frequent splashing or liquid
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contact is likely to occur, wear oil impervious gloves and clothing. Good
personal hygiene practices should always be followed.
Appearance : Liquid.
Colour : Light Amber
Odour : Mild
Solubility : Negligible
Boiling point/range : > 316 °C
Flash Point : > 205 °C
Vapour pressure : < 0.1 hPa
Density : 0.8690 g/cm3 @ 20 °C (ASTM D-4052)
Pour point : -18 °C
Viscosity, kinematic : 65.40 mm2/s @ 40 °C (ASTM D-445)
8.400 mm2/s @ 100 °C (ASTM D-445)
Stability : Stable.
Conditions to avoid : Extreme heat and high energy sources of ignition, such as sparks and
static electricity.
Hazardous decomposition : Fumes, smoke, carbon monoxide, sulphur oxides, aldehydes and other
products decomposition products, in the case of incomplete combustion.
Acute oral toxicity : (Rats): Practically non-toxic (LD50: Greater than 2000 mg/kg). Based
on testing of similar products and/or components.
Acute inhalation toxicity : (Rats): Practically non-toxic (LC50: greater than 5mg/l). Based on
testing of similar products and/or the components.
Acute dermal toxicity : (Rabbits): Practically non-toxic (LD50: greater than 2000 mg/kg).
Based on testing of similar products and/or the components.
Eye irritation : (Rabbits): Practically non-irritating. (Draize score: greater than 6 but
15 or less). Based on testing of similar products and/or the components.
Other acute toxicity data : Although an acute inhalation study was not performed with this product,
a variety of mineral and synthetic oils, such as those in this product,
have been tested. These samples had virtually no effect other than a
nonspecific inflammatory response in the lung to the aerosolized mineral
oil. The presence of additives in other tested formulations (in
approximately the same amounts as in the present formulation) did not
alter the observed effects. Overexposure to oil mist may result in oil
droplet deposition and/or granuloma formation.
Repeated dose toxicity : No significant adverse effects were found in studies using repeated
dermal applications of similar formulations to the skin of laboratory
animals for 13 weeks at doses significantly higher than those expected
during normal industrial exposure. The animals were evaluated
extensively for effects of exposure (haematology, serum chemistry,
urinalysis, organ weights, microscopic examination of tissues etc.).
Repeated and/or prolonged exposure may cause irritation to the skin,
eyes or respiratory tract.
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Carcinogenicity : Chronic mouse skin painting studies of severely solvent refined mineral
base oils showed no evidence of carcinogenic effects. Synthetic base oils
have been tested in the Ames assay and other tests of mutagenicity with
negative results. These base oils are not expected to be carcinogenic
with chronic dermal exposures.
Ecotoxicity effects
Remarks : In the absence of specific environmental data for this product, this
assessment is based on information for representative substances.
Waste disposal : Product is suitable for burning in an enclosed, controlled burner for fuel
value or disposal by supervised incineration. Such burning may be
limited pursuant to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. In
addition, the product is suitable for processing by an approved recycling
facility or can be disposed of at any government approved waste disposal
facility. Use of these methods is subject to user compliance with
applicable laws and regulations and considerations of product
characteristics at time of disposal.
Contaminated packaging : Empty containers retain residue (liquid and/or vapour) and can be
dangerous. DO NOT PRESSURIZE, CUT, WELD, BRAZE, SOLDER, DRILL,
GRIND OR EXPOSE SUCH CONTAINERS TO HEAT, FLAME, SPARKS,
STATIC ELECTRICITY, OR OTHER SOURCES OF IGNITION; THEY MAY
EXPLODE AND CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH. Do not attempt to refill or
clean container since residue is difficult to remove. Empty drums should
be completely drained, properly bunged and promptly returned to a drum
reconditioner. All containers should be disposed of in an environmentally
safe manner and in accordance with governmental regulations.
Other regulations : The unused product, in our opinion, is not specifically listed by the EPA
as a hazardous waste (40 CFR, Part 261D), nor is it formulated to
contain materials which are listed hazardous wastes. It does not exhibit
the hazardous characteristics of ignitability, corrosivity, or reactivity and
is not formulated with contaminants as determined by the Toxicity
Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP). However, used product may
be regulated.
Note : This product is not regulated by the following: U.S. DOT (CFR), ADR,
IATA and IMDG.
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US OSHA Hazard : When used for its intended purposes, this product is not classified as
Communication Standard hazardous in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Governmental Inventory : All components comply with TSCA, EINECS/ELINCS, AICS, METI, DSL,
Status KECI, ENCS, PICCS and IECSC.
SARA
Health studies have shown that many hydrocarbons pose potential human health risks which may vary from
person to person. Information provided on this MSDS reflects intended use. This product should not be used
for any other applications. In any case, the following advice should be considered:
FIRST AID: Wash skin with soap and water. Flush eyes with water. If overcome by fumes or vapour, remove
to fresh air. If ingested do not induce vomiting. If symptoms persist seek medical attention. Read and
understand the MSDS before using this product.
INJECTION INJURY WARNING: If product is injected into or under the skin, or into any part of the body,
regardless of the appearance of the wound or its size, the individual should be evaluated immediately by a
doctor as a surgical emergency. Even though initial symptoms from high pressure injection may be minimal or
absent, early surgical treatment within the first few hours may significantly reduce the ultimate extent of
injury.
SAFETY: Under normal conditions of intended use, this product does not pose a risk to health. Excessive
exposure may result in eye, skin or respiratory irritation. Always observe good hygiene measures.
Disclaimer
Information given herein is offered in good faith as accurate, but without guarantee. Conditions of use and
suitability of the product for particular uses are beyond our control; all risks of use of the product are therefore
assumed by the user and we expressly disclaim all warranties of every kind and nature, including warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose in respect to the use or suitability of the product. Nothing
is intended as a recommendation for uses which infringe valid patents or as extending license under valid
patents. Appropriate warnings and safe handling procedures should be provided to handlers and users.
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