MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

In compliance with EC Directive 2001/58/EC

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY

Product Name: OIL & GREASE REMOVER

Product Code: 832521 (25 lt) – 832121 (210 lt)

Product Uses: Industrial applications; Cleaning agent for machinery & equipment.

Date last modified: 14 August 2009

Company:
Marichem Marigases Hellas SA
Sfaktirias 64,
185 45 Piraeus,
Greece
Tel. No.: ++30 210 4148800
Fax No.: ++30 210 4133985
e-mail: [email protected]
http://www.marichem-marigases.com

Emergency Information:
Inside U.S. and Canada: (800)-424-9300 (CHEMTREC)
Outside U.S. and Canada: 1-703-527-3887 (CHEMTREC)
National Emergency Centre (Greece): ++30 210 7793777

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

The preparation is classified as dangerous according to Directive 1999/45/EC and its amendments.

Irritating to eyes and skin. Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment. Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. Repeated exposure may cause skin
dryness or cracking. Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Yellowish liquid, with light aromatic odour (petroleum like).

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3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical Composition:

Ingredients CAS Number Proportion Classification*

Linear Alkyl Benzene 85117-49-3 1% - 10% C; R22, R34
Sulphonic Acid
Fatty Alcohol EINECS Polymer 1% - 10% Xi; R41
Polyethoxylated Exemption
Solvent Naphtha 64742-95-6 10% - 30% Xn, N; R10, R37,
(petroleum), Light R51/53, R65, R66, R67
Aromatic
Morpholine 110-91-8 1% - 10% C; R10, R34, R20/21/22
Ingredients that do not
contribute in the - 40% - 70% -
classification of the
product

*
See section 16 for the full text of the classifications and the R-phrases declared above.

Occupational Exposure Limits, if available, are listed in section 8.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

INHALATION
Remove immediately the affected person to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, administer artificial
respiration. Contact physician or emergency medical facility immediately.
SKIN
Promptly flush the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing
promptly remove the clothing and wash.

EYES
Immediately wash the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get
medical attention immediately. Contact lenses should not be worn when working with this chemical.

INGESTION
Contact a physician or emergency medical facility immediately. Never give anything to an unconscious
person.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

EXTINGUISH MEDIA
Use foam, water spray of fog. Dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, sand or earth may be used for small
fires only.

FIRE-FIGHTING PROCEDURES
Fire fighters should wear self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Keep unnecessary
people away, isolate hazard area and deny entry. Dike area to prevent run off and contamination of water
sources. Persons who have been exposed to contaminated smoke should be immediately examine by a
physician and checked for symptoms of poisoning.

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HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS
Possible formation of toxic Carbon Monoxide when combustion takes place in lack of oxygen.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe vapor. Extinguish naked flames. Remove ignition
sources. No smoking. Avoid sparks. Evacuate the area of all non-essential personnel. Take precautionary
measures against static discharge.

ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS
Prevent contamination of soil and water. Prevent from spreading or entering into drains, ditches or rivers by
using sand or other appropriate barriers.

METHODS FOR CLEANING UP

Absorb liquid with sand, earth or spill control material. Shovel up and place in a labeled, sealable container
for subsequent safe disposal. Put leaking containers in a labeled drum. Scrum contaminated surfaces with
detergent solution.

OTHER INFORMATION
Inform the emergency services if liquid enters surface water drains. Vapors may form an explosive mixture
with air.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

HANDLING
Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Do not breathe vapor, spray mists. Extinguish any naked
flames. Remove ignition sources. Avoid sparks. Do not smoke. Take precautionary measures against static
discharges. Earth all equipment do not empty into drains.

STORAGE
Keep container tightly closed and in a well ventilated place. Keep away from direct sunlight and other
sources of ignition. Do not smoke in storage areas.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

EXPOSURE LIMITS

Name of Substance: Solvent Naphtha (petroleum), Light Aromatic

In the absence of occupational exposure standards for this product, it is recommended that the following
are adopted:

Material Source Type ppm mg/m3 Notation

Rubber ACGIH TWA 400 ppm
solvent
OSHA Z1 PEL 100 ppm 400 mg/m3
OSHA Z1A TWA 100 ppm 400 mg/m3
1,2,4- ACGIH TWA 25 ppm
Trimethyl
benzene
OSHA Z1A TWA 25 ppm 125 mg/m3

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 1,3,5- ACGIH TWA 25 ppm
Trimethyl
benzene
OSHA Z1A TWA 25 ppm 125 mg/m3
Cumene ACGIH TWA 50 ppm
OSHA Z1 PEL 50 ppm 245 mg/m3
OSHA Z1 SKIN Can be absorbed through
the skin
OSHA Z1A TWA 50 ppm 245 mg/m3
OSHA Z1A SKIN_FINA Can be absorbed through
L the skin
1,2,3- ACGIH TWA 25 ppm
Trimethyl
benzene
OSHA Z1A TWA 25 ppm 125 mg/m3
Xylene, ACGIH TWA 100 ppm
Mixed
Isomers
ACGIH STEL 150 ppm
OSHA Z1 PEL 100 ppm 435 mg/m3
OSHA Z1A TWA 100 ppm 435 mg/m3
OSHA Z1A STEL 150 ppm 655 mg/m3

Name of Substance: Fatty Alcohol Polyethoxylated

No exposure limits have been established.

Name of Substance: Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulphonic Acid

No exposure limits have been established.

Name of Substance: Morpholine

OSHA (ΤWA): 70 mg/m3; 20 ppm (OEL)
STEL: 105 mg/m3; 30 ppm (OEL)

PERSONAL PROTECTION

Eye and face protection: Wear safety glasses. Contact lenses should not be worn. Chemical goggles
and face shield should be worn where splashing is a possibility.

Skin protection: Wear solvent resistant gloves such as Viton, polyvinyl alcohol or
equivalent and solvent resistant boots, safety shower and eyewash station
should be available.

Respiratory protection: Wear a self contained breathing apparatus or air line respirator, with full
face piece is required for vapour concentrations and for spills.

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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance: Liquid

Color: light yellow

Odor: slight Aromatic Odor

Initial Boiling Point: <240oC

Final Boiling Point: >262oC

Flash Point: 61oC

Autoignition Temperature: >220oC

Lower Explosion Limit (vol %): N/E

Upper Explosion Limit (vol %): N/E

Vapour Pressure: N/E

Relative vapor density (air= 1): N/E

Specific Gravity (gr/cm3): 0.90 at 20oC

Solubility in water: Soluble

pH: 9 - 10

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY
Stable under normal use conditions.

CONDITIONS TO BE AVOIDED
Avoid contact with open flame, sparks and heating.

MATERIALS TO BE AVOIDED
Keep it away from strong oxidant materials.

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

Possible the formation of toxic Carbon monoxide when no proper combustion takes place.

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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

TOXICOLOGICAL DATA

EXPOSURE LIMITS

Name of Substance: Solvent Naphtha (petroleum), Light Aromatic

Basis for Assessment: Information given is based on product testing as written in Shell Chemicals MSDS
of the product.
Acute Oral Toxicity: Low toxicity: LD50>2000 mg/kg, Rat.
Aspiration into the lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis which can be fatal.
Acute Dermal Toxicity: Low toxicity: LD50>2000 mg/kg, Rat.
Acute Inhalation Toxicity: Low toxicity: LC50 greater than near-saturated vapor concentration/1 hour,
Rat.
High concentrations may cause central nervous system depression resulting in headaches, dizziness and
nausea; continued inhalation may result in unconsciousness and/or death.
Skin Irritation: May cause moderate irritation to skin. Prolonged/repeated contact may cause defatting of
the skin which can lead to dermatitis.
Eye Irritation: Essentially non-irritating to eyes.
Respiratory Irritation: Repeated inhalation of vapors and mists is expected to cause irritation of the
respiratory tract.
Sensitisation: Not a skin sensitiser.
Repeated Dose Toxicity: Auditory system: prolonged and repeated exposures to high concentrations have
resulted in hearing loss in rats. Solvent abuse and noise interaction in the work environment may cause
hearing loss. Central nervous system: repeated exposure affects the nervous system. Cardiovascular system:
chronic abuse of similar materials has been associated with irregular heart rhythms and cardiac arrest.
Reproductive and Developmental toxicity: Causes severe foetotoxicity in animals at doses which are
maternally toxic.

Name of Substance: Fatty Alcohol Polyethoxylated

LD50 (oral, rat) : >2000 mg/kg

Name of Substance: Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulphonic Acid

LD50 (oral, acute): > 500 - 2000 mg/kg.
Eye contact: Severe eye irritant (rabbit) – it may cause
irreversible damage to the eyes.

Name of Substance: Morpholine

Acute toxicity
LD50 rat (mouth): 1,910 mg/kg
LD50 rabbit (skin): 500 mg/kg

HEALTH EFFECTS

Inhalation: Exposure to high concentrations of vapour or mist can cause dizziness, headache,
drowsiness, nausea, cough and unconsciousness.

Skin contact: Prolonged or repeated contact of liquid can cause dry skin and defats of skin.

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Eye contact: Liquid in eyes produces pain and irritation with mild temporary damage, vapour slightly
irritating to eyes.

Ingestion: It can be aspired into lungs, which can cause Cough, Diarrhoea, Sore throat and vomiting.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ECOTOXICOLOGICAL DATA

Name of Substance: Solvent Naphtha (petroleum), Light Aromatic

Acute Toxicity
Fish: Toxic: 1 < LC/EC/IC50 <= 10 mg/l
Aquatic Invertebrates: Toxic: 1 < LC/EC/IC50 <= 10 mg/l
Algae: Toxic: 1 < LC/EC/IC50 <= 10 mg/l

Mobility: Adsorbs to soil and has low mobility. Floats on water.

Persistence/degradability: Expected to be readily biodegradable. Oxidizes rapidly by photo-chemical

reactions in air.

Bioaccumulation: Has the potential to bioaccumulate.

Name of Substance: Fatty Alcohol Polyethoxylated

LC50 fish: 10-100 mg/lt 96 hours

EC50 algae: 10-100 mg/lt 72 hours
EC50 daphnia 10-100 mg/lt 48 hours

Degradation: Readily biodegradable. >60% BOD, 28 days, Closed Bottle Test (OECD 301D).

Name of Substance: Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulphonic Acid

Primary Biodegradability: > 90% OECD screening test (sodium salt)
Ready Biodegradability: > 60% OECD 301 F test
Theoretical Oxygen Demand (ThOD): 2.49 mg/O2/mg
Ecotoxicity: EC50> 1-10 mg/lt

Name of Substance: Morpholine

Toxicity for the fish: LC50, 96 h, 180 – 380 mg/l, onchorhynchus mykiss
Aquatic invertebrates: EC50, 24 h, 100 mg/l, Daphnia magna
Aquatic plants: EC 50, 96 h, 28 mg/l, Scenedesmus subspicatus
Microorganisms: EC50, 16 h, > 310 mg/l, Pseudomonas putida
Tolerance and Degradation: information for the elimination: > 90% Reduction of DOC (OECD
301Ε/84/449/EEC, C.3). Easily biodegradable.

DEGRADATION
Product readily biodegradable. Oxidizes rapidly by photochemical reaction in air.

BIOACCUMULATION
Product has the potential to bioaccumulate.

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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand
or inert adsorbent. Use ventilation.

DISPOSAL METHODS
All disposals of this material must be done in accordance with the local, state and federal regulations.
Waste characterization and compliance with disposal regulations are the responsibilities of the waste
generator.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Proper shipping name: Environmentally Hazardous Substance, Liquid, N.O.S. (Light Aromatic
Naphtha)

LAND TRANSPORT

UN number: 3082 RID-class: 9

ADR class: 9

SEA TRANSPORT
UN number: 3082 EmS: F-A, S-F
IMDG class: 9 IMDG packing group: III

AIR TRANSPORT
UN number: 3082
IATA/ICAO class: 9 Packing group: III

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

LABELING ACCORDING TO EC DIRECTIVES

Symbol: Xn

Harmful (Xn)

R-phrases: R36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin.

R52-53: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
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 R65: Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
R66: Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
R67: Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.

S-phrases: S2: Keep out of the reach of children.

S9: Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
S23: Do not breathe gas/vapour.
S24: Avoid contact with skin.
S36/37/39: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S61: Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data
Sheets (MSDS).
S62: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately
and show this container or label.
S38: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Full text of R-phrases referred in Section 3

R10: Flammable.
R20/21/22: Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R22: Harmful if swallowed.
R34: Causes burns.
R37: Irritating to respiratory system.
R41: Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R51/53: Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
R65: Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
R66: Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
R67: Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness.

Full text of classifications referred in Section 3

C - Corrosive
Xi – Irritant.
Xn – Harmful.
N – Dangerous for the Environment.

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