| IMPERIAL OIL MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET |
SOLVESSO 100 SOLVENT
Date Prepared: May 24, 2003
Supersedes: March 4, 2003
MSDS Number: 09022
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1. PRODUCT INFORMATION
Product Identifier: SOLVESSO 100 SOLVENT
Application and Use:
Solvent, diluent, chemical feedstock, or fuel.
Product Description:
Aromatic hydrocarbon.
CAS number: 64742-95-6
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REGULATORY CLASSIFICATION
WHMIS Information:
Class B, Division 3: Combustible Liquids
TDG Information (Rail/Road):
PIN Number: UN 1268
Shipping Name: PETROLEUM DISTILLATES, N.O.S.
Packing Group: III
Primary TDG: Class 3
Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA):
All components of this product are either on the Domestic Substances
List (DSL) or exempt.
National Pollutant Release Inventory (NPRI):
This product contains the following NPRI reportable substances:
COMPONENT CAS # APPROX. %
Cumene 98-82-8 1.1
1,2,4- Trimethylbenzene 95-63-6 29.4
Xylenes 1330-20-7 2.3
o- Xylene 95-47-6 1.2
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EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER MANUFACTURER/SUPPLIER
Health/Transportation Imperial Oil
Chemicals Division
24 Hour Service (519) 339-2145 111 St. Clair Avenue West
Toronto, Ontario, M5W 1K3
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2. REGULATED COMPONENTS
The following component data is defined in accordance with sub-paragraph
13(a)(i) to (iv) or paragraph 14(a) of the Hazardous Products Act.
NAME % (v/v) CAS
Light aromatic solvent naphtha 100 64742-95-6
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3. TYPICAL PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Liquid
Spec. Gravity: 0.87 at 15.6 deg C
Vap. Pres.: 1.47 kPa at 38 deg C Approximate
0.59 kPa at 20 deg C Approximate
Solubility in Water: 0.02% at 25 deg C
Boiling Point: 159 to 170 deg C Approximately
Freezing/Melting Point.: -60 deg C
Viscosity: 0.92 cST at 25 deg C Approximate
Vapour Density (air=1): 4.2
Evaporation Rate, n-Butyl Acetate=1: 0.3 Approximate
% Volatile: 100
Molecular Wt: 127 Average
pH: Not applicable.
Odour: Aromatic hydrocarbon odour
Appearance: Clear colorless liquid
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4. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
NATURE OF HAZARD
INHALATION:
High vapour/aerosol concentrations (attainable at elevated temperatures
well above ambient) are irritating to the eyes and the respiratory tract,
and may cause headaches, dizziness, anaesthesia, drowsiness,
unconsciousness, and other central nervous system effects, including death
EYE CONTACT:
Slightly irritating, but will not injure eye tissue.
SKIN CONTACT:
Frequent or prolonged contact may irritate the skin and cause a skin rash
(dermatitis).
Low toxicity.
Skin contact may aggravate an existing dermatitis condition.
INGESTION:
Small amounts of liquid aspirated into the respiratory system during
ingestion or from vomiting may cause mild to severe pulmonary injury and
possibly death.
Minimal toxicity.
CHRONIC:
High exposures to xylenes in some animal studies have been reported to cause
health effects on the developing embryo/fetus. These effects were often at
levels toxic to the mother. The significance of these findings to humans has
not been determined.
This product contains ethylbenzene. The International Agency for Research
on Cancer has evaluated ethylbenzene and classified it as a possible human
carcinogen (Group 2B) based on sufficient evidence for carcinogenicity in
experimental animals, but inadequate evidence for cancer in exposed humans.
SPECIAL HEALTH PRECAUTIONS:
Health studies have shown that many petroleum hydrocarbons pose potential
human health risks which may vary from person to person. As a precaution,
exposure to liquids, vapors, mists or fumes should be minimized.
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMIT
ACGIH RECOMMENDS:
For Trimethylbenzene, 25 ppm (123 mg/m3).
For Xylene, 100 ppm (434 mg/m3).
This product contains Cumene. The ACGIH recommends a TWA of
50 ppm (246 mg/m3) for Cumene.
For Ethyl Benzene, 100 ppm (434 mg/m3).
MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDS:
a TWA of 100 mg/m3 (19 ppm) based on total hydrocarbon.
Local regulated limits may vary.
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5. FIRST AID MEASURES
INHALATION:
In emergency situations use proper respiratory protection to immediately
remove the affected victim from exposure. Administer artificial
respiration if breathing has stopped. Keep at rest. Call for prompt
medical attention.
EYE CONTACT:
Flush eyes with large amounts of water until irritation subsides. If
irritation persists, get medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT:
Immediately flush with large amounts of water. Use soap if available.
Remove contaminated clothing, including shoes, after flushing has begun.
INGESTION:
If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. Keep at rest. Get prompt medical
attention.
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6. PREVENTIVE AND CORRECTIVE MEASURES
PERSONAL PROTECTION:
The selection of personal protective equipment varies depending upon
conditions of use.
Where prolonged and/or repeated skin and eye contact is likely to occur,
wear safety glasses with side shields, long sleeves, and chemical
resistant gloves.
Where eye contact is unlikely, but may occur as a result of short and/or
periodic exposures, wear safety glasses with side shields.
Where concentrations in air may exceed the occupational exposure limits
given in Section 4 and where engineering, work practices or other means of
exposure reduction are not adequate, approved respirators may be necessary
to prevent overexposure by inhalation.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
The use of local exhaust ventilation is recommended to control
emissions near the source. Laboratory samples should be handled in a
lab hood. Provide mechanical ventilation of confined spaces.
ELECTROSTATIC ACCUMULATION HAZARD:
Yes, use proper ground procedure.
Additional information regarding safe handling of products with static
accumulation potential can be ordered by contacting the American Petroleum
Institute (API) for API Recommended Practice 2003, entitled "Protection
Against Ignitions Arising Out of Static, Lightning, and Stray Currents"
(American Petroleum Institute, 1220 L Street Northwest, Washington, DC
20005), or the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) for NFPA 77
entitled "Static Electricity" (National Fire Protection Association,
1 Batterymarch Park, P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269-9101).
HANDLING, STORAGE AND SHIPPING:
Keep container closed. Handle and open containers with care. Store in a
cool, well ventilated place away from incompatible materials.
DO NOT handle or store near an open flame, heat, or other sources of
ignition. Protect material from direct sunlight.
Material will accumulate static charges which may cause an electrical
spark (ignition source). Use proper grounding procedures.
DO NOT pressurize, cut, heat, or weld containers. Empty product containers
may contain product residue. DO NOT reuse empty containers without
commercial cleaning or reconditioning.
SPILL CONTROL AND DISPOSAL:
Consult an expert on the disposal of recovered material. Ensure disposal
in compliance with government requirements and ensure conformity to local
disposal regulations. Notify the appropriate authorities immediately.
Take all additional action necessary to prevent and remedy the adverse
effects of the spill.
LAND SPILL:
Eliminate source of ignition. Keep public away. Prevent additional
discharge of material, if possible to do so without hazard.
Prevent spills from entering sewers, watercourses or low areas. Contain
spilled liquid with sand or earth. Do not use combustible materials such
as sawdust.
Recover by pumping (use an explosion proof motor or hand pump), or by
using a suitable absorbent.
WATER SPILL:
Eliminate sources of ignition. Warn occupants and shipping in surrounding
and downwind areas of fire and explosion hazard and request all to stay
clear.
Remove from surface with suitable adsorbents. If allowed by local
authorities and environmental agencies, sinking and/or suitable
dispersants may be used in non-confined waters.
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7. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Flash Point and Method:
42 deg C TCC ASTM D56 Minimum
Autoignition Temperature: 471 deg C
Flammable Limits: 1.9 to 12.6 % by volume Approximate
GENERAL HAZARDS:
Combustible Liquid; may form combustible mixtures at or above the flash
point.
Toxic gases will form upon combustion.
FIRE FIGHTING:
Use water spray to cool fire exposed surfaces and to protect personnel.
Shut off fuel to fire.
Use foam, dry chemical or water spray to extinguish fire.
Avoid spraying water directly into storage containers due to danger of
boilover.
A self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) is recommended for indoor
fires and any significant outdoor fires. For small outdoor fires, which
may easily be extinguished with a portable fire extinguisher, use of an
SCBA is optional.
This liquid is volatile and gives off invisible vapors. Either the liquid
or vapor may settle in low areas or travel some distance along the ground
or surface to ignition sources where they may ignite or explode.
Respiratory and eye protection required for fire fighting personnel.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS:
Fumes, smoke and Carbon Monoxide (CO)
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8. REACTIVITY DATA
GENERAL:
This product is stable and hazardous polymerization will not occur.
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS AND CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Nitric acid, sulfuric acid, strong oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION:
None
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9. NOTES
Contains approximately 25 ppm BHT as an antioxidant to protect product
quality.
REVISION SUMMARY:
Since March 4, 2003 this MSDS has been revised in Section(s):
4
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10. PREPARATION
DATE PREPARED: MAY 24, 2003
SUPERSEDES: MAR 4, 2003
Prepared By: Solvents (416) 968-4415
CAUTION: The information contained herein relates only to this product or
material and may not be valid when used in combination with any other product
or material or in any process. If the product is not to be used for a purpose
or under conditions which are normal or reasonably foreseeable, this
information can not be relied upon as complete or applicable. For greater
certainty, uses other than those described in "Application and Use" of
section 1 must be reviewed with the supplier. The information contained
herein is based on information available at the indicated date of preparation.