Material Safety Data Sheet 1.
Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company/undertaking
Product name
PSL Rheotek Jet Therm Bath Fluid
Supplier
Poulten Selfe and Lee Ltd. - PSL Calibration Laboratory Russell House Burnham Business Park Burnham-on-Crouch Essex CM0 8TE United Kingdom +44 (0) 1621 787100
Emergency telephone Number
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Composition/information on ingredients
Conponent name Hydrocarbon
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% 100
Component Exposure Limits OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Units No Limit No Limit
Hazards identification
Degree of Hazard: (NFPA)
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Hazardous in Blend No
Health: 1 Fire: 2 Reactivity: 0
First-aid measures
Eye Contact Skin contact Inhalation Ingestion Notes to physician
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with a large amount of cool water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs. Immediately wash exposed skin with soap and warm water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Get medical attention if irritation develops. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. Get medical attention if symptoms appear. If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Aspiration hazard if swallowed- can enter lungs and cause damage. Obtain medical attention. Treatment should in general be symptomatic and directed to relieving any effects.
Ref: MSDS – PSL Rheotek Jet Therm Bath Fluid - 30/06-2011
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Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing Media Suitable Not Suitable
In case of fire, use water fog, foam, dry chemical or CO2 extinguisher or spray. Do not use direct water stream.
Unusual fire/explosion Hazards
Vapors may travel long distances along the ground to ignition sources causing flash back.
Special fire-fighting procedures
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, NIOSH approved (or equivalent) and full protective gear when fighting fires involving this product. Cool containers with water to prevent rupture.
Electrostatic Accumulation Hazard
Material can accumulate static charges that can cause an incendiary electrical discharge. Use proper bonding and/or grounding procedure.
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Accidental release measures
Personal Precautions
Wear suitable protective clothing. Ensure good ventilation. Repeated exposure can cause skin dryness and cracking.
Environmental precautions and cleanup methods
If emergency personnel are unavailable, contain spilled material. For small spills add absorbent (soil may be used in the absence of other suitable materials) scoop up material and place in a sealed, liquid-proof container for disposal. For large spills dike spilled material or otherwise contain material to ensure runoff does not reach a waterway. Place spilled material in an appropriate container for disposal. Minimize contact of spilled material with soils to prevent runoff to surface waterways. See Section 13 for Waste Disposal Information. Splash goggles.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill
Full suit. Boots. Gloves.
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Handling and storage
Precautionary Measures:
Storage: Handling:
Use good personal hygiene practices and recommended Personal Protective Equipment (safty glasses and rubber gloves). Provide eyewash stations and safety showers in area. Fire extinguishers should be kept readily available. Clean up any spill promptly. Store closed containers away from heat, sparks, open flames, or oxidizing materials. Use container made of: Carbon steel. Stainless steel. Polyethylene. This material is a static accumulator. Bonding and grounding of transfer equipment may be necessary but may not be sufficient. Avoid generating mist . Use with adequate ventilation.
Ref: MSDS – PSL Rheotek Jet Therm Bath Fluid - 30/06-2011
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Physical and chemical properties
Physical State Colour Odour Initial Boiling point Flash Point Explosive Properties Specific Gravity (Water=1) Solubility-Water Pour Point Vapour Pressure
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Liquid, Clear Colourless Faint Oil SmellNot determined 185°C > 40.6°C (closed) Not determined 0.75 – 0.79 at 15,6°C < 0.1 % at 25°C < - 54°C < 2mmHg at 20°C
Stability and reactivity
Stability Conditions to avoid Materials to avoid Hazardous Decomposition Products
Stable. Avoid: Heat, sparkes, flames Sources of ignition Strong oxidising agents None known
10. Toxicological information Toxicological Information Inhalation Ingestion Skin Eyes
Aspiration Hazard – do not breathe vapour or spray – may cause lung damage if material gets into the lungs after accidential swallowing or vomiting of ingested material. High concentrations of vapours may irritate respiratory system and lead to headache, fatique, nausea and vomiting. Central nervous system depression. Drowsiness, dizziness, disorientation, vertigo. Low degree of oral toxicity Repeated exposure can cause skin dryness and cracking Irritation of eyes and mucous membranes
11. Ecological information Ecotoxicity
A component of this product is classified as toxic to aquatic organisms. Long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment are possible because of slow biodegration.
Environmental Fate
The product is not expected to be readily biodegradable
Ref: MSDS – PSL Rheotek Jet Therm Bath Fluid - 30/06-2011
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12. Disposal considerations Disposal
Confirm disposal procedures with environmental engineer and local regulations. Dispose of in accordance with Local Authority requirements.
13. Transport information Not regulated by D.O.T., no placarding required.
14. Regulatory information WHMIS Classification
Not controlled
SARA Title III
This product is not subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendment & Reathorization Act of 1986, and 40 C.F.R part 372
Clean Air Act
This product is not classified as Hazardous Air Pollutant (HAP)
EU Risk and Safety Phrases R53: May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment S56: Dispose of this material and its cantainer at hazardous or special waste collection point. S57: Use appropiate container to avoid environmental cntamination S60: This material and its container must be disposed af as hazardous waste S61: Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety data sheets.
16. Other information The data and advice given apply when the product is sold for the stated application or applications. The product is not sold as suitable for any other application. Use of the product for applications other than as stated in this sheet may give rise to risks not mentioned in this sheet. You should not use the product other than for the stated application or applications without seeking advice from us. If you have purchased the product for supply to a third party for use at work, it is your duty to take all necessary steps to secure that any person handling or using the product is provided with the information in this sheet.If you are an employer, it is your duty to tell your employees and others who may be affected of any hazards described in this sheet and of any precautions which should be taken. Further copies of this Safety Data Sheet may be obtained from Poulten Selfe & Lee Ltd.
Ref: MSDS – PSL Rheotek Jet Therm Bath Fluid - 30/06-2011
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