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Material Safety Data Sheet

Chevron Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON®-III/MERCON®

MSDS: 0021 Revision #: 28 Revision Date: 08/08/01

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1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

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CHEVRON Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON-III/MERCON

PRODUCT NUMBER(S): CPS226502

SYNONYM: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID
DEXRON - III
MERCON

COMPANY IDENTIFICATION EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Chevron Products Company HEALTH (24 hr): (800)231-0623 or

Lubricants and Specialty Products (510)231-0623 (International)
6001 Bollinger Canyon Rd., T3325/B10 TRANSPORTATION (24 hr): CHEMTREC
San Ramon, CA 94583 (800)424-9300 or (703)527-3887
www.chevron-lubricants.com Emergency Information Centers
are located in U.S.A.
Int'l collect calls accepted

PRODUCT INFORMATION: MSDS Request:(800)414-6737 email:[email protected]

Environmental, Safety, & Health Info: (925) 842-5535
Product Information: (800) 582-3835
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2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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100.0 % CHEVRON Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON-III/MERCON

CONTAINING

COMPONENTS AMOUNT LIMIT/QTY AGENCY/TYPE

LUBRICATING BASE OIL CONTAINING ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING

> 80.00%

HYDROTREATED DIST., HVY PARA

Chemical Name: DISTILLATES, HYDROTREATED HEAVY PARAFFINIC
CAS64742547 5 mg/m3 (mist) ACGIH TWA
10 mg/m3 (mist) ACGIH STEL
5 mg/m3 (mist) OSHA PEL

SOLVENT DEWAXED DIST., HVY PAR

Chemical Name: DISTILLATES, SOLVENT DEWAXED HEAVY PARAFFINIC
CAS64742650 5 mg/m3 (mist) ACGIH TWA
10 mg/m3 (mist) ACGIH STEL
5 mg/m3 (mist) OSHA PEL

DISTILLATES, HYDROTREATED

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Chemical Name: DISTILLATES, (PETROLEUM), HYDROTREATED LIGHT PARAFFINIC

CAS64742558 5 mg/m3 (mist) ACGIH TWA
10 mg/m3 (mist) ACGIH STEL
5 mg/m3 (mist) OSHA PEL

DISTILLATES, SOLVENT-DEWAXED
Chemical Name: DISTILLATES, (PETROLEUM), SOLVENT-DEWAXED LIGHT PARAFFINIC
CAS64742569 5 mg/m3 (mist) ACGIH TWA
10 mg/m3 (mist) ACGIH STEL
5 mg/m3 (mist) OSHA PEL

SOLVENT REF. DIST. LT NAPHTHEN

Chemical Name: DISTILLATES, SOLVENT-REFINED LIGHT NAPHTHENIC
CAS64741975 5 mg/m3 (mist) ACGIH TWA
5 mg/m3 (mist) OSHA PEL

ADDITIVES
< 20.00%

COMPOSITION COMMENT:
All the components of this material are on the Toxic Substances Control
Act Chemical Substances Inventory.

This product fits the ACGIH definition for mineral oil mist. The ACGIH
TLV is 5 mg/m3, the OSHA PEL is 5 mg/m3.

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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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IMMEDIATE HEALTH EFFECTS

EYE:
Not expected to cause prolonged or significant eye irritation.
SKIN:
Contact with the skin is not expected to cause prolonged or significant
irritation. Not expected to be harmful to internal organs if absorbed
through the skin. High-Pressure Equipment Information: Accidental
high-velocity injection under the skin of materials of this type may
result in serious injury. Seek medical attention at once should an
accident like this occur. The initial wound at the injection site may not
appear to be serious at first; but, if left untreated, could result in
disfigurement or amputation of the affected part.
INGESTION:
Not expected to be harmful if swallowed.
INHALATION:
or other pulmonary effects following prolonged or repeated inhalation of
oil mist at airborne levels above the recommended mineral oil mist
exposure limit.
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES

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EYE:
No specific first aid measures are required because this material is not
expected to cause eye irritation. As a precaution remove contact lenses,
if worn, and flush eyes with water.
SKIN:
No specific first aid measures are required because this material is not
expected to be harmful if it contacts the skin. As a precaution, remove
clothing and shoes if contaminated. Wash skin with soap and water. Wash
or clean contaminated clothing and shoes before reuse.
INGESTION:
No specific first aid measures are required because this material is not
expected to be harmful if swallowed. Do not induce vomiting. As a
precaution, give the person a glass of water or milk to drink and get

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medical advice. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

INHALATION:
If exposed to excessive levels of material in the air, move the exposed
person to fresh air. Get medical attention if coughing or respiratory
discomfort occurs.
NOTE TO PHYSICIANS:
In an accident involving high-pressure equipment, this product may be
injected under the skin. Such an accident may result in a small,
sometimes bloodless, puncture wound. However, because of its driving
force, material injected into a fingertip can be deposited into the palm
of the hand. Within 24 hours, there is usually a great deal of swelling,
discoloration, and intense throbbing pain. Immediate treatment at a
surgical emergency center is recommended.
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

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SPECIAL NOTES: Leak/ruptures in high pressure systems using materials

of this type can create a fire hazard when in the vicinity of ignition
sources (eg open flame, pilot lights, sparks, or electric arcs).
FIRE CLASSIFICATION:
Classification (29 CFR 1910.1200): Not classified by OSHA as flammable or
combustible.
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES:
FLASH POINT: (COC) 352F (178C) (Min.)
AUTOIGNITION: NDA
FLAMMABILITY LIMITS (% by volume in air): Lower: NA Upper: NA
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
CO2, Dry Chemical, Foam, Water Fog
NFPA RATINGS: Health 1; Flammability 1; Reactivity 0.
FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS:
This material will burn although it is not easily ignited. For fires
involving this material, do not enter any enclosed or confined fire space
without proper protective equipment, including self-contained breathing
apparatus.
COMBUSTION PRODUCTS:
Normal combustion forms carbon dioxide, water vapor and may produce oxides
of sulfur, nitrogen and phosphorus. Combustion may form oxides of boron.
Incomplete combustion can produce carbon monoxide.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

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CHEMTREC EMERGENCY NUMBER (24 hr): (800)424-9300 or (703)527-3887

International Collect Calls Accepted
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:
Stop the source of the leak or release. Clean up releases as soon as
possible, observing precautions in Exposure Controls/Personal Protection.
Contain liquid to prevent further contamination of soil, surface water or
groundwater. Clean up small spills using appropriate techniques such as
sorbent materials or pumping. Where feasible and appropriate, remove
contaminated soil. Follow prescribed procedures for reporting and
responding to larger releases.
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

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DO NOT USE IN HIGH PRESSURE SYSTEMS in the vicinity of flames, sparks and
hot surfaces. Use only in well ventilated areas. Keep container closed.

Container is not designed to contain pressure. Do not use pressure to

empty container or it may rupture with explosive force. Empty containers
retain product residue (solid, liquid, and/or vapor) 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

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ignition. They may explode and cause injury or death. Empty containers
should be completely drained, properly closed, and promptly returned to a
drum reconditioner, or properly disposed of. Avoid contaminating soil or
releasing this material into sewage and drainage systems and bodies of
water.
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

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GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Consider the potential hazards of this material (see Section 3),
applicable exposure limits, job activities, and other substances in the
work place when designing engineering controls and selecting personal
protective equipment. If engineering controls or work practices are not
adequate to prevent exposure to harmful levels of this material, the
personal protective equipment listed below is recommended. The user should
read and understand all instructions and limitations supplied with the
equipment since protection is usually provided for a limited time or under
certain circumstances.

Special Note: Do not use in breathing air apparatus or medical equipment.

ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Use in a well-ventilated area. If user operations generate an oil mist,
use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering
controls to control airborne levels below the recommended mineral oil mist
exposure limits.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

EYE/FACE PROTECTION:
No special eye protection is normally required. Where splashing is
possible, wear safety glasses with side shields as a good safety practice.
SKIN PROTECTION:
No special protective clothing is normally required. Where splashing is
possible, select protective clothing depending on operations conducted,
physical requirements and other substances. Suggested materials for
protective gloves include: <Nitrile> <Silver Shield> <Viton> <4H>
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
No respiratory protection is normally required. If user operations
generate an oil mist, determine if airborne concentrations are below the
recommended mineral oil mist exposure limits. If not wear a NIOSH approved
respirator that provides adequate protection from measured concentrations
of this material. Use the following elements for air-purifying
respirators: particulate.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

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PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:
Red liquid.
pH: NA
VAPOR PRESSURE: <0.01 mm Hg at 100F
VAPOR DENSITY
(AIR=1): Heavier than air.
BOILING POINT: >600F (>315C)
FREEZING POINT: NA
MELTING POINT: NA
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in hydrocarbon solvents; insoluble in water.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.86 @ 15.6/15.6C
VISCOSITY: 6.8 cSt @ 100C (Min.)
POUR POINT: -39C
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

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HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:

None known.
CHEMICAL STABILITY:
Stable.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
No data available.
INCOMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER MATERIALS:
May react with strong oxidizing agents, such as chlorates, nitrates,
peroxides, etc.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Polymerization will not occur.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

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EYE EFFECTS:
The eye irritation hazard is based on data for a similar material.
SKIN EFFECTS:
The skin irritation hazard is based on data for a similar material.
ACUTE ORAL EFFECTS:
The acute oral toxicity is based on data for a similar material.
ACUTE INHALATION EFFECTS:
The acute respiratory toxicity is based on data for a similar material.
ADDITIONAL TOXICOLOGY INFORMATION:
This product contains petroleum base oils which may be refined by various
processes including severe solvent extraction, severe hydrocracking, or
severe hydrotreating. None of the oils requires a cancer warning under
the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). These oils
have not been listed in the National Toxicology Program (NTP) Annual
Report nor have they been classified by the International Agency for
Research on Cancer (IARC) as; carcinogenic to humans (Group 1), probably
carcinogenic to humans (Group 2A), or possibly carcinogenic to humans
(Group 2B).

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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

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ECOTOXICITY:
The toxicity of this material to aquatic organisms has not been evaluated.
Consequently, this material should be kept out of sewage and drainage
systems and all bodies of water.
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE:
This material is not expected to be readily biodegradable.
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

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Oil collection services are available for used oil recycling or disposal.
Place contaminated materials in containers and dispose of in a manner
consistent with applicable regulations. Contact your sales representative
or local environmental or health authorities for approved disposal or
recycling methods.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

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The description shown may not apply to all shipping situations.

Consult 49CFR, or appropriate Dangerous Goods Regulations, for
additional description requirements (e.g., technical name) and
mode-specific or quantity-specific shipping requirements.

DOT SHIPPING NAME: NONE

DOT HAZARD CLASS: NONE

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DOT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: NONE

DOT PACKING GROUP: N/A
ADDITIONAL INFO: Petroleum Lubricating Oil - Not Hazardous by U.S. DOT.
ADR/RID Hazard class - Not applicable.
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

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SARA 311 CATEGORIES: 1. Immediate (Acute) Health Effects: NO

2. Delayed (Chronic) Health Effects: NO
3. Fire Hazard: NO
4. Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard: NO
5. Reactivity Hazard: NO

REGULATORY LISTS SEARCHED:

01=SARA 313 11=NJ RTK 22=TSCA Sect 5(a)(2)

02=MASS RTK 12=CERCLA 302.4 23=TSCA Sect 6
03=NTP Carcinogen 13=MN RTK 24=TSCA Sect 12(b)
04=CA Prop 65-Carcin 14=ACGIH TWA 25=TSCA Sect 8(a)
05=CA Prop 65-Repro Tox 15=ACGIH STEL 26=TSCA Sect 8(d)
06=IARC Group 1 16=ACGIH Calc TLV 27=TSCA Sect 4(a)
07=IARC Group 2A 17=OSHA PEL 28=Canadian WHMIS
08=IARC Group 2B 18=DOT Marine Pollutant 29=OSHA CEILING
09=SARA 302/304 19=Chevron TWA 30=Chevron STEL
10=PA RTK 20=EPA Carcinogen 31=OSHA STEL

The following components of this material are found on the regulatory

lists indicated.

DISTILLATES, SOLVENT-REFINED LIGHT NAPHTHENIC

is found on lists: 02,14,17,
DISTILLATES, HYDROTREATED HEAVY PARAFFINIC
is found on lists: 14,15,17,
DISTILLATES, (PETROLEUM), HYDROTREATED LIGHT PARAFFINIC
is found on lists: 02,14,15,17,
DISTILLATES, (PETROLEUM), SOLVENT-DEWAXED LIGHT PARAFFINIC
is found on lists: 02,14,15,17,
DISTILLATES, SOLVENT DEWAXED HEAVY PARAFFINIC
is found on lists: 14,15,17,

NEW JERSEY RTK CLASSIFICATION:

Under the New Jersey Right-to-Know Act L. 1983 Chapter 315 N.J.S.A.
34:5A-1 et. seq., the product is to be identified as follows:
PETROLEUM OIL
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION:
This product is not considered a controlled product according to the
criteria of the Canadian Controlled Products Regulations.
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16. OTHER INFORMATION

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NFPA RATINGS: Health 1; Flammability 1; Reactivity 0;

HMIS RATINGS: Health 1; Flammability 1; Reactivity 0;
(0-Least, 1-Slight, 2-Moderate, 3-High, 4-Extreme, PPE:- Personal
Protection Equipment Index recommendation, *- Chronic Effect
Indicator). These values are obtained using the guidelines or
published evaluations prepared by the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) or the National Paint and Coating Association
(for HMIS ratings).

REVISION STATEMENT:
This revision updates Sections 1, 4, 10 and 12.

ABBREVIATIONS THAT MAY HAVE BEEN USED IN THIS DOCUMENT:

TLV - Threshold Limit Value TWA - Time Weighted Average

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STEL - Short-term Exposure Limit TPQ - Threshold Planning Quantity

RQ - Reportable Quantity PEL - Permissible Exposure Limit
C - Ceiling Limit CAS - Chemical Abstract Service Number
A1-5 - Appendix A Categories () - Change Has Been Proposed
NDA - No Data Available NA - Not Applicable
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Prepared according to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
(29 CFR 1910.1200) and the ANSI MSDS Standard (Z400.1) by the Toxicology
and Health Risk Assessment Unit, CRTC, P.O. Box 1627, Richmond, CA 94804

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The above information is based on the data of which we are aware and is
believed to be correct as of the date hereof. Since this information may
be applied under conditions beyond our control and with which we may be
unfamiliar and since data made available subsequent to the date hereof may
suggest modification of the information, we do not assume any responsibil-
ity for the results of its use. This information is furnished upon
condition that the person receiving it shall make his own determination
of the suitability of the material for his particular purpose.

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