Material Safety Data Sheet

Product No. 891-1, 891-12, 891-101 Apiezon® Type M                                                        

Issue Date (01-01-06)

Review Date (03-02-07)

Section 1: Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Apiezon Type M                                                        

Synonym: Apiezon M Grease

Company Name

Ted Pella, Inc. and PELCO International, P.O. Box 492477, Redding, CA 96049-2477
Domestic Phone  (800) 237-3526 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

International Phone (01) (530) 243-2200 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

Chemtrec Emergency Number 1-800-424-9300 24 hrs a day.

Section 2: Composition / Information on Ingredients

Principle Hazardous Component(s) (chemical and common name(s)) (Cas. No)	%	OSHA PEL mg/m3	ACGIH  TLV mg/m3	NTP	IARC	OSHA regulated
*Hydrocarbon grease  (8012-95-1)		NE	NE	No	No	No

* This product is not classified as hazardous.

Section 3: Hazard Identification
Emergency overview

Appearance: Semi-solid yellow brown.

Immediate effects: May cause irritation.

Potential health effects

Primary Routes of entry: Ingestion, eyes and skin.
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure: This product is not classified as hazardous.

Eyes: May cause transient irritation.

Skin: Repeated and prolonged skin contact may cause skin disorders.

Ingestion: May cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

Inhalation: Low volatility makes inhalation unlikely.

Chronic Exposure: ND

Chemical Listed As Carcinogen Or Potential Carcinogen: None

See Toxicological Information (Section11)

Potential environmental effects

See Ecological Information (Section 12)

Section 4: First Aid Measures
If accidental overexposure is suspected

Eye(s) Contact: Irrigate with copious quantities of water.

Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water.

Inhalation: Not likely.

Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Obtain medical attention.

Note to physician

Treatment: ND

Medical Conditions generally Aggravated by Exposure: ND

Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: >200 °C
Flammable Limits: ND

Auto-ignition point: >250 °C
Fire Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry powder, and foam or water fog. Do not use water jets.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: ND

Hazardous combustion products: ND

DOT Class: Not regulated

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Spilt product constitutes a slip hazard. Avoid contact with eyes.
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of waste according to Federal, State and Local Regulations.

Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage: No special precautions required.

Storage temperature: NA

Storage Pressure: NA

Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls

Ventilation required: ND

Personal Protection Equipment

Respiratory protection: Not required

Protective gloves: For prolonged or repeated skin contact gloves are recommended.
Skin protection: Not required

Eye protection: Not required
Additional clothing and/or equipment: ND

Exposure Guidelines

See Composition/Information on Ingredients (Section2)

Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance and Physical State: Semi solid yellow.

Odor (threshold): None

Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 0.894 °C

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): ND

Vapor Density (air=1): ND

Percent Volatile by volume: ND

 

Evaporation Rate (butyl acetate=1): ND

Boiling Point: ND

Freezing point / melting point: 40 – 48 °C
pH: ND
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Molecular Weight: ND

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: >120 °C

Materials to Avoid (Incompatibility): Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None known.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Results of component toxicity test performed: (Oral, Rat) LD50 = >2 g/kg. (Dermal, Rabbit) LD50 = >2 g/kg.

Human experience: ND

This product does not contain any compounds listed by NTP or IARC or regulated by OSHA as a carcinogen.

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecological Information: When used and/or disposed of as indicated no adverse environmental effects are foreseen.

Chemical Fate Information: Slowly biodegradable in aerobic conditions.

Section 13 Disposal Considerations

RCRA 40 CFR 261 Classification: Product and packaging must be disposed of in accordance with local and national regulations. May be incinerated, unused product may be returned for reclamation.

Federal, State and local laws governing disposal of materials can differ. Ensure proper disposal compliance with proper authorities before disposal.

Section 14: Transportation Information

US DOT Information: Proper shipping name: Not regulated

IATA: Proper shipping name: Not regulated

Domestic shipments only:

IMO: Proper shipping name: Not regulated

Marine Pollutant: No

Canadian TDG: ND

IMDG Page: ND

Limitations: ND

Section 15: Regulatory Information

United States Federal Regulations

MSDS complies with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Rule 29, CFR 1910.1200.

SARA: ND

SARA Title III: ND

RCRA: ND

TSCA: All chemical substances in this material are included on the TSCA Inventory of Chemical Substances.

CERCLA: ND

State Regulations

California Proposition 65: ND

International Regulations

Canada WHMIS: ND

Europe EINECS Numbers: ND

 

Section 16: Other Information

Label Information: ND

European Risk and Safety Phrases: ND

European symbols needed: ND

Canadian WHMIS Symbols: ND

Hazard Rating: Health: NE; Fire: NE; Reactivity: NE
(0=least, 1=Slight, 2=Moderate, 3=High, 4=Extreme)

Abbreviations used in this document

NE= Not established

NA= Not applicable

NIF= No Information Found

ND= No Data

Disclaimer
Ted Pella, Inc. makes no warranty of any kind regarding the information furnished herein. Users should independently determine the suitability and completeness of information from all sources. While this data is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate, it should be considered only as a supplement to other information gathered by the user. It is the User's responsibility to assure the proper use and disposal of these materials as well as the safety and health of all personnel who may work with or otherwise come in contact with these materials.

 

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