ENGEN LAUREL PARAFFIN
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Product name : ENGEN LAUREL PARAFFIN
| Chemical name : | Kerosene |
| Synonyms : | Paraffin |
| Product use : | General purpose fuel |
| UN number : | 1223 |
| Supplier : | Engen Petroleum Limited (Tel: 021-403 4911, a/h: 021-403 4099) |
| Health Emergency Telephone : | 021-658 5111 (Red Cross Poison Service) |
| Transport Emergency Telephone : | 011-975 1278/83 (Hazchemwise) |
| Customer Service Center : | 0860 036 436 (Sales and Technical Information) |
| MSDS Internet website : | www.engen.co.za/content/products/default2.htm |
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| Chemical name | CAS-No. | Weight% | Symbol Codes |
R-Phrase Numbers |
| Kerosene | 8008-20-6 | > 98.00 | Xn, N | R10, R38, R67, R65, R51/53 |
| Ethyl Benzene | 100-41-4 | < 1.00 | Xn | R20, R45 |
| Naphthalene | 91-20-3 | < 1.00 | R45 |
See Section 15 for European Label Information.
See Section 8 for Exposure Limits (if applicable).
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
| Emergency response data : | Colourless Liquid. Flammable. Product can accumulate a static charge and release vapours which may cause a fire or explosion. DOT ERG No. : 128 |
| Potential health effects | |
| Inhalation : | Respiratory irritation, dizziness, nausea and loss of consciousness. |
| Skin : | Prolonged repeated skin contact with low viscosity materials may defat the skin resulting in possible irritation and dermatitis. |
| Eye : | Practically non-irritating. |
| Ingestion : | Practically non-toxic, but when swallowed can cause lung damage. |
| Potential environmental effects : | Toxic to fish, aquatic organisms and wildlife. Do not discharge into lakes, streams, ponds and ground water supply. |
See Section 11 for further health effects/toxicological data.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
| Inhalation : | Remove from further exposure. If respiratory irritation, dizziness, nausea, or unconsciousness occurs, seek immediate medical assistance. If breathing has stopped, assist ventilation with mechanical device or use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. |
| 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. |
| Ingestion : | Seek immediate medical attention. Do not induce vomiting. |
| Note to doctors : | Material if aspirated into the lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis. Skin contact may aggravate an existing dermatitis. Treat appropriately. |
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
> 46 °C (ASTM D-56)
Health: 0; Flammability: 2; Reactivity: 0
| Extinguishing media : | Carbon dioxide, foam, dry chemical and water fog. |
| Special fire fighting procedure : | Water spray should only be used to keep fire-exposed containers cool, flush spills away from exposures, disperse vapours and protect personnel attempting to stop leak. Prevent runoff from fire control or dilution from entering streams, municipal sewers, or drinking water supply. |
| Special protective equipment for firefighters : | For fires in enclosed areas, fire fighters must use Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus. |
| Unusual fire and explosive hazards : | Flammable. |
| Products of decomposition : | Carbon monoxide. |
| Flash Point : | |
| Upper Explosion Limit : | 5.0 %(V) |
| Lower Eplosion Limit : | 0.7 %(V) |
| NFPA Hazard Id : |
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
| Procedure if material is released or spilled : | Report spills/releases as required to appropriate authorities. |
| Methods for cleaning up : | Absorb on fire retardant treated sawdust, diatomaceous earth, etc. Shovel up for later approved disposal. LARGE SPILLS: Contain material and pump back to holding tank for disposal or recycling in accordance with product characteristics and applicable regulations. |
| Personal precautions : | See Section 8. |
| Environmental precautions : | Prevent spills from entering municipal sewers or drains and contact with soil. |
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
| Safe handling advice : | Harmful in contact with or if absorbed through the skin. Avoid inhalation of vapours or mists. Use in well ventilated area away from all ignition sources. |
| Storage information : | Store in a cool area. Small containers of approved design, properly sealed and labeled, should be stored in well ventilated surroundings and kept out of reach of children. |
| Storage and handling procedures : | To minimize the risk of fire or explosion from static accumulation and discharges, effectively bond and/or ground product storage and transfer systems. Electrical equipment and fittings must comply with local fire prevention regulations for this class of product. Refer to national or local regulations covering safety at petroleum handling and storage areas for this product. |
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs)
| Components | CAS-No. | Source | TWA | Value | Notations | |
| Kerosene | 8008-20-6 | ACGIH | LTEL | 200 mg/m3 | 50 ppm | Skin; A3 |
| Ethyl Benzene | 100-41-4 | ACGIH | LTEL | 434 mg/m3 | 100 ppm | A3; BEI |
| OSHA | STEL | 543 mg/m3 | 125 ppm | |||
| LTEL | 435 mg/m3 | 100 ppm | ||||
| STEL | 545 mg/m3 | 125 ppm | ||||
| Naphthalene | 91-20-3 | ACGIH | LTEL | 52 mg/m3 | 10 ppm | Skin; A4 |
| OSHA | STEL | 79 mg/m3 | 15 ppm | |||
| LTEL | 50 mg/m3 | 10 ppm | ||||
| STEL | 75 mg/m3 | 15 ppm | ||||
LTEL: Long Term Exposure Limits – Time Weight Average (TWA) over 8 hours.
STEL: Short Term Exposure Limits – Time Weight Average (TWA) over 15 Minutes
Note: Limits Shown for guidance only. Follow applicable regulations.
Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
| Ventilation : | Use in well ventilated area. Explosive-proof ventilation equipment with local exhaust is desirable. |
| Respiratory protection : | Approved respiratory equipment must be used when airborne concentrations are unknown or exceed the recommended exposure limit. Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus may be required for use in confined or enclosed spaces. |
| Eye protection : | If splash with liquid is possible, chemical type goggles should be worn. |
| Skin and body protection : | Impervious gloves must be worn. If body contact is likely, oil impervious clothing must be worn. Good personal hygiene practices should always be followed. |
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
| Appearance : | Liquid. |
| Colour : | Colourless |
| Odour : | Mild |
| Boiling point/range : | > 93 °C |
| Flash Point : | > 46 °C (ASTM D-56) |
| Vapour pressure : | < 1.0 hPa |
| Density : | 0.79 g/cm3 @ (ASTM D-4052) |
| Viscosity, kinematic : | 1.5 mm2/s @ 40 °C (ASTM D-445) |
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
| Stability : | Stable. |
| Conditions to avoid : | Heat, sparks, flame and build up of static electricity. |
| Materials to avoid : | Strong oxidizers |
| Hazardous decomposition products : |
Carbon monoxide |
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
| Acute oral toxicity : | (Rats): Practically non-toxic (LD50: Greater than 2000mg/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. |
| Skin irritation : (Rabbits): | Irritant. (Primary Irritation Index: greater than 3 but less than 6). 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. |
| Repeated dose toxicity : | Certain straight-run middle distillates have been found to produce skin tumors in laboratory mouse skin-painting tests, but these have usually been associated with a high level of skin irritation. Laboratory tests have indicated that the irritation can produce tumours. Therefore, if the precautions outlined in this MSDS are followed to minimize repeated or prolonged skin contact which could cause irritation, these oils should pose no carcinogenic hazard to humans. |
| Other toxicological information : | This product contains ethylbenzene. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has evaluated ethylbenzene and classified it as possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B) based on sufficient evidence for carcinogenicity in experimental animals, but inadequate evidence for cancer in exposed humans. |
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Elimination information (persistence and degradability)
| Biodegradability : | The majority of the components in this product would be expected to be inherently biodegradable. The constituents of kerosene which are volatilized will photodegrade in the atmosphere. The less volatile, more water-soluble components which are aromatic hydrocarbons will also undergo aqueous photodegradation. |
| Physico-chemical removability : |
Not established |
| Bioaccumulation : | Not established. |
| Ecotoxicity effects | |
| Toxicity to fish : | (Rainbow trout) LC50: 18 – 25 mg/l at 96 hours. |
| Toxicity to aquatic organisms : |
(Daphnia) Immobilisation (50%): 1.4 – 21 mg/l at 48 hours. |
| (Algae) Growth Inhibition (50%): 4 – 15 mg/l at 72 hours. | |
| Further information on ecology | |
| Remarks : | This environmental assessment is based on test data for this product (or estimated data). |
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
| Waste disposal : | Product is suitable for burning for fuel value compliance with applicable laws and regulations |
| 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 : | Disposal of unused product may be subject to RCRA regulations (40 CFR 261). Disposal of the used product may also be regulated due to ignitability, corrosivity, reactivity, or toxicity as determined by the Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP). |
| Flash Point : | 46 °C (ASTM D-56) |
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
| Note : | The flash point of this material is > 38 °C, and hence regulatory classifications for flammability may vary. |
| ADR | |
| Proper shipping name : | KEROSENE |
| UN number : | 1223 |
| Class : | 3 |
| Letter : | F |
| Packing group : | III |
| Labelling number : | 3 |
| CFR | |
| Proper shipping name : | KEROSENE |
| UN number : | 1223 |
| Class : | 3 |
| Letter : | F |
| Packing group : | III |
| Labelling number : | 3 |
| IATA_C | |
| Proper shipping name : | KEROSENE |
| UN number : | 1223 |
| Class : | 3 |
| Letter : | F |
| Packing group : | III |
| Labelling number : | 3 |
| IMDG | |
| Proper shipping name : | KEROSENE |
| UN number : | 1223 |
| Class : | 3 |
| Letter : | F |
| Packing group : | III |
| Labelling number : | 3 |
| Marine pollutant : | Marine pollutant |
| Medical First Aid Guide | |
| (MFAG) table : |
311 |
| Emergency Schedule (EmS) number: | 3-07 |
| IMDG code page number : | 3375 |
| Static Accumulator (50 picosiemens or less): | Yes |
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
| US OSHA Hazard Communication Standard : |
Product assessed in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 and determined to be hazardous. |
| Governmental Inventory Status : |
All components comply with TSCA, EINECS/ELINCS, AICS, METI, DSL, KECI, ENCS, PICCS and IECSC. |
| EU Labelling : | Product is dangerous as defined by the European Union Dangerous Substances/Preparations Directives. |
| Symbols : | Xn, N Harmful, Dangerous for the environment |
| R-Phrase(s) : | R10, R38, R67, R65, R51/53 |
| Flammable., Irritating to skin., Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness., Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed., Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
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| S-phrase(s) : | S2, S16, S43, S24, S62 |
| Keep out of the reach of children., Keep away from sources of ignition – No smoking., In case of fire use foam/drypowder/carbon dioxide., Avoid contact with the skin., If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. |
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| Note : | Contains straight-run Kerosene. |
| SARA | |
| U.S. Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act SARA Title III : |
This product contains no "EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES". |
| SARA (311/312) Reportable Hazard Categories: | Fire Chronic Acute |
| SARA (313) Toxic Release Chemicals: | This product contains no chemicals reportable under SARA (313) Toxic Release Chemicals: |
The following product ingredients are cited on the lists below
| Chemical name | CAS-No. | Concentration [%] | List Citations |
| Kerosene | 8008-20-6 | > 98.00 | 19, 21, 25, 26 |
| Ethyl Benzene | 100-41-4 | < 1.00 | 1, 8, 10, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26 |
| Naphthalene | 91-20-3 | < 1.00 | 16, 22 |
Regulatory List Searched
| 1 = ACGIH ALL | 6 = IARC 1 | 11 = TSCA 4 | 17 = CA P65 | 22 = MI 293 |
| 2 = ACGIH A1 | 7 = IARC 2A | 12 = TSCA 5a2 | 18 = CA RTK | 23 = MN RTK |
| 3 = ACGIH A2 | 8 = IARC 2B | 13 = TSCA 5e | 19 = FL RTK | 24 = NJ RTK |
| 4 = NTP CARC | 9 = OSHA CARC | 14 = TSCA 6 | 20 = IL RTK | 25 = PA RTK |
| 5 = NTP SUS | 10 = OSHA Z | 15 = TSCA 12b | 21 = LA RTK | 26 = RI RTK |
Code Key: CARC = Carcinogen; SUS = Suspected Carcinogen
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Note: Engen products do not contain PCBs.
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:
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 physician 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.
Precautionary Label Text:
CONTAINS KEROSENE
CAUTION!
COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID AND VAPOUR. CAUSES SKIN IRRITATION. MAY CAUSE NOSE, THROAT AND LUNG IRRITATION, DIZZINESS, NAUSEA, LOSS OF CONSCIOUSNESS. LOW VISCOSITY MATERIAL – IF SWALLOWED, MAY BE ASPIRATED AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL LUNG DAMAGE.
SAFETY: Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep container closed. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing mist or vapour. Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact.
FIRST AID: In case of contact, wash skin with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Destroy or wash clothing before reuse. If swallowed, seek immediate medical attention. Do not induce vomiting. Only induce vomiting at the instruction of a physician.
For industrial use only. Not intended or suitable for use in or around a household or dwelling.
This warning is given to comply with California Health and Safety Code 25249.6 and does not constitute an admission or a waiver of rights. This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm are created by the combustion of this product. Refer to product Material Safety Data Sheet for further safety and health information.
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.
| Prepared by : | Product Safety Adviser |
| Health, Safety, Environment and Quality Department | |
| Engen Petroleum Limited | |
| P.O.Box 35, Cape Town, 8000 | |
| Telephone : | (021) 403 4805 / 4911 (Office Hours) |
| (021) 403 4099 (After Hours) | |
| 083 628 4415 (Cellular) |