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Section 1. Product and Company Identification
Product Name Paraffin Oil, Heavy Product Code PX0046
Manufacturer
EMD Chemicals Inc.
P.O. Box 70
480 Democrat Road
Gibbstown, NJ 08027
Prior to January 1, 2003 EMD Chemicals Inc. was EM Industries, Inc. or EM Science, Division of EM Industries, Inc.
Effective Date
3/7/2006
For More Information Call In Case of Emergency Call
856-423-6300 Technical Service
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
800-424-9300 CHEMTREC (USA)
613-996-6666 CANUTEC (Canada)
24 Hours/Day: 7 Days/Week
Synonym MINERAL OIL
Material Uses Analytical reagent.
Chemical Family Aliphatic hydrocarbon.


Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Component CAS # % by Weight
Paraffin Oil 8012-95-1 100


+ Section 3. Hazards Identification
Physical State and Appearance Liquid. (Oily liquid.)
Emergency Overview CAUTION!
CAUSES EYE IRRITATION.
CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN, EYES, EYE, LENS OR CORNEA.
MAY BE HARMFUL IF INHALED OR SWALLOWED.
MAY CAUSE RESPIRATORY TRACT AND SKIN IRRITATION.
ASPIRATION HAZARD.
Routes of Entry Inhalation. Ingestion.
Potential Acute Health Effects
Eyes Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching.
Skin May be hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.
Inhalation May be hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant).
Ingestion May be hazardous in case of ingestion. Aspiration hazard if swallowed- can enter lungs and cause damage.
Potential Chronic Health Effects
Carcinogenic Effects This material is not known to cause cancer in animals or humans.
Additional information See Toxicological Information (section 11)
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Overexposure: Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.


Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately.
Skin Contact In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.


Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammability of the Product May be combustible at high temperature.
Auto-ignition Temperature 259.9 to 370.9°C (499.8 to 699.6°F)
Flash Points Closed cup: 192.9°C (379.2°F).
Flammable Limits Not available.
Products of Combustion Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances Not available.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: No.

Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: No.
Fire Fighting Media
and Instructions
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Protective Clothing (Fire) Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards Not available.


Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill and Leak Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal.
Large Spill and Leak Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
Spill Kit Information No specific spill kit reqired for this product.


Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mists. Keep container closed. Do not ingest.
Storage Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.


Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their respective occupational exposure limits. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the work-station location.
Personal Protection
Eyes Splash goggles.
Body Lab coat.
Respiratory Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate.
Hands Gloves.
Feet Not applicable.
Protective Clothing (Pictograms)
Splash goggles Lab coat Vapor Respirator Gloves
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self-contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Product Name Exposure Limits
Paraffin Oil NIOSH REL (United States, 1994).
STEL: 10 mg/m3 15 minute(s). Form: Mist
TWA: 5 mg/m3 10 hour(s). Form: Mist
NOHSC (Australia, 2002). Notes: National Commission documentation available for these values
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
Lijst Grenswaarden (Belgium, 2002).
VCD: 10 mg/m3 15 minute(s). Form: Mist
VL: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s). Form: Mist
SUVA (Switzerland, 2001).
MAK: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
JSOH (Japan, 1996).
TWA: 3 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
Ministry of Labor (KR, 1997).
STEL: 10 mg/m3 15 minute(s).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
NZ OSH (NZ, 1994). Notes: See Notice of Intended Changes. Sampled by a method that does not collect vapour.
STEL: 10 mg/m3 15 minute(s).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
ACGIH TLV (United States, 2002). Notes: Adopted Values enclosed are those for which changes are proposed. Consult the Notice of Intended Changes for current proposal. See Notice of Intended changes.
STEL: 10 mg/m3 15 minute(s).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
OSHA PEL (United States, 1974).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
OSHA PEL 1989 (United States, 1989).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s). Form: Mist


Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Odor Odorless.
Color Colorless to light yellow. Clear.
Physical State and Appearance Liquid. (Oily liquid.)
Molecular Weight Not available.
Molecular Formula Unspecified
pH Not applicable.
Boiling/Condensation Point 360.05°C (680.1°F)
Melting/Freezing Point -17.73°C (0.1°F)
Specific Gravity 0.9 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure Not available.
Vapor Density Not available.
Odor Threshold Not available.
Evaporation Rate Not available.
LogKow Not available.
Solubility Insoluble in water.


Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity The product is stable.
Conditions of Instability Not available.
Incompatibility with Various Substances Reactive with oxidizing agents.
Rem/Incompatibility Not available.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Not available.
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.


Section 11. Toxicological Information
RTECS Number:
Paraffin Oil, Light PY8030000, XH7480000
Toxicity LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans Not available.
Acute Effects on Humans Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. May be hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering. May be hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant). May be hazardous in case of ingestion.
Synergetic Products (Toxicologically) Not available.
Irritancy Draize Test (Rabbit):
Skin: 100mg/24h. Reaction: Mild.
Sensitization Not available.
Carcinogenic Effects This material is not known to cause cancer in animals or humans.
Toxicity to Reproductive System Not available.
Teratogenic Effects Not available.
Mutagenic Effects Not available.


Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Ecotoxicity in water (LC50): >100 mg/l [LC50, Mortality], 96 hours [Fish (Lepomis macrochirus)]. >100 mg/l [LC50, Mortality], 96 hours [Fish (Oncorhynchus mykiss)].
BOD5 and COD Not available.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.


Section 13. Disposal Considerations
EPA Waste Number Not available.
Treatment Material does not have an EPA Waste Number and is not a listed waste, however consultation with a permitted waste disposal site (TSD) should be accomplished. Always contact a permitted waste disposal (TSD) to assure compliance with all current local, state, and Federal Regulations.


Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification Proper Shipping Name: CHEMICALS, N.O.S.
RQ: Not applicable.
TDG Classification Not available.
IMO/IMDG Classification Proper Shipping Name: CHEMICALS, N.O.S.
RQ: Not applicable.
ICAO/IATA Classification Proper Shipping Name: CHEMICALS, N.O.S.
RQ: Not applicable.


Section 15. Regulatory Information
U.S. Federal Regulations TSCA 8(b) inventory: Paraffin Oil
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found.
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found.
SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: Paraffin Oil
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: Paraffin Oil: Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard, Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
WHMIS (Canada) Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
CEPA DSL: Paraffin Oil
This product has been classifed in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Product Regulations and the MSDS contains all required information.
International Regulations
EINECS Paraffin Oil 232-384-2
DSCL (EEC) R37/38- Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
R41- Risk of serious damage to eyes.
International Lists Australia (NICNAS): Paraffin Oil

China: Paraffin Oil

Korea (TCCL): Paraffin Oil

Philippines (RA6969): Paraffin Oil
China: Paraffin Oil
State Regulations Massachusetts RTK: Paraffin Oil
California prop. 65: No products were found.


Section 16. Other Information
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Notice to Reader
The statements contained herein are based upon technical data that EMD Chemicals Inc. believes to be reliable, are offered for information purposes only and as a guide to the appropriate precautionary and emergency handling of the material by a properly trained person having the necessary technical skills. Users should consider these data only as a supplement to other information gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use, storage and disposal of these materials and the safety and health of employees and customers and the protection of the environment. EMD CHEMICALS INC. MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE, WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS.