MSDS Number: M7700 * * * * * Effective Date: 05/19/08 * * * * *
Supercedes: 08/18/05

MINERAL OIL

1. Product Identification

Synonyms: Paraffin oil; liquid petrolatum; White Mineral
Oil; Nujol
CAS No.: 8012-95-1
Molecular Weight: Not
applicable.
Chemical Formula: Not applicable.
Product
Codes:
J.T. Baker: 2705
Mallinckrodt: 6357, 6358

2. Composition/Information on Ingredients

Ingredient CAS No Percent Hazardous
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Oil, Mineral 8012-95-1 90 - 100% Yes

3. Hazards Identification

Emergency Overview
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WARNING! HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED. CAUSES IRRITATION TO SKIN,
EYES AND RESPIRATORY TRACT. COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID AND VAPOR.

SAF-T-DATA(tm) Ratings (Provided here for your
convenience)

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Health Rating: 2 - Moderate
Flammability Rating: 1 - Slight

Reactivity Rating: 0 - None
Contact Rating: 2 - Moderate
Lab
Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT; VENT HOOD; PROPER GLOVES
Storage
Color Code: Green (General Storage)

Potential Health Effects
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Inhalation:
Causes irritation to the respiratory tract.
Symptoms may include coughing, shortness of breath. Inhalation of mist or
vapor may produce aspiration pneumonia.
Ingestion:
Material is
a cathartic and can cause serious diarrhea. Nausea and vomiting may also occur
and possibly abdominal cramping. Aspiration of mineral oil into the lungs can
cause chemical pneumonia.
Skin Contact:
Prolonged contact may
cause irritation; occasionally dermatitis due to hypersensitivity occurs.

Eye Contact:
Mists or fumes can irritate the eyes. Can cause
discomfort similar to motor oil.
Chronic Exposure:
Prolonged or
repeated skin exposure may cause dermatitis. Highly refined mineral oils are
not classified as human carcinogens. However, related forms (untreated and
mildly-treated oils) are listed as human carcinogens by both NTP and IARC.

Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:
Persons with
pre-existing skin disorders or impaired respiratory function may be more
susceptible to the effects of the substance.

4. First Aid Measures

Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical
attention.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING.
Give large quantities of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Get medical attention immediately. Aspiration hazard.
Skin
Contact:
Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention. Wash
clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
Eye
Contact:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention
immediately.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

Fire:
Flash point: 135C (275F) CC
Autoignition
temperature: 260 - 370C (500 - 698F)
Combustible Liquid and Vapor!

Explosion:
Not considered to be an explosion hazard.

Fire Extinguishing Media:
Water spray, dry chemical, alcohol
foam, or carbon dioxide. Water or foam may cause frothing. Do not allow water
runoff to enter sewers or waterways.
Special Information:
In
the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved
self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the
pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Ventilate area of leak or spill. Remove all sources of ignition.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in Section 8.
Isolate hazard area. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering.
Contain and recover liquid when possible. Use non-sparking tools and
equipment. Collect liquid in an appropriate container or absorb with an inert
material (e. g., vermiculite, dry sand, earth), and place in a chemical waste
container. Do not use combustible materials, such as saw dust. Do not flush to
sewer!

7. Handling and Storage

Keep in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry,
ventilated area away from sources of heat or ignition. Protect against
physical damage. Store separately from reactive or combustible materials, and
out of direct sunlight. Containers of this material may be hazardous when
empty since they retain product residues (vapors, liquid); observe all
warnings and precautions listed for the product.

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Airborne Exposure Limits:
For Mineral Oil;
Misted1:
-OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL): 5 mg/m3
-ACGIH
Threshold Limit Value (TLV):
5 mg/m3 (TWA) 10 mg/m3 (STEL)
(1as sampled
by method that does not collect vapor)

( 1Refers to airborne mist of
mineral oil)
Ventilation System:
A system of local and/or
general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposures below the Airborne
Exposure Limits. Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it
can control the emissions of the contaminant at its source, preventing
dispersion of it into the general work area. Please refer to the ACGIH
document, Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of Recommended Practices,
most recent edition, for details.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH
Approved):
If the exposure limit is exceeded and engineering controls
are not feasible, a half facepiece particulate respirator (NIOSH type P95 or
R95 filters) may be worn for up to ten times the exposure limit or the maximum
use concentration specified by the appropriate regulatory agency or respirator
supplier, whichever is lowest.. A full-face piece particulate respirator
(NIOSH type P100 or R100 filters) may be worn up to 50 times the exposure
limit, or the maximum use concentration specified by the appropriate
regulatory agency, or respirator supplier, whichever is lowest. Please note
that N filters are not recommended for this material. For emergencies or
instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-facepiece
positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator. WARNING: Air-purifying respirators
do not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Skin
Protection:
Wear impervious protective clothing, including boots,
gloves, lab coat, apron or coveralls, as appropriate, to prevent skin contact.

Eye Protection:
Use chemical safety goggles and/or a full face
shield where splashing is possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and
quick-drench facilities in work area.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance:
Clear oily liquid.
Odor:

Odorless.
Solubility:
Insoluble in water.
Specific
Gravity:
Heavy: 0.845 to 0.905 Light: 0.818 to 0.880
pH:

No information found.
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F):
0

Boiling Point:
260 - 330C (500 - 626F)
Melting
Point:
No information found.
Vapor Density (Air=1):
ca.
9
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):
< 0.5
Evaporation Rate
(BuAc=1):
No information found.

10. Stability and Reactivity

Stability:
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and
storage. May solidify at room temperature.
Hazardous Decomposition
Products:
Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide may form when heated to
decomposition.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur.

Incompatibilities:
Strong oxidizers.
Conditions to
Avoid:
Heat, flames, ignition sources and incompatibles.

11. Toxicological Information

Irritation Data, rabbit (Std Draize): skin= 100 mg/24H, mild;
eye= 500 mg, moderate. Investigated as a tumorigen. Oral rat LD50: 22 gm/kg

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---NTP Carcinogen---
Ingredient Known Anticipated IARC Category
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Oil, Mineral (8012-95-1) No No None

12. Ecological Information

Environmental Fate:
No information found.

Environmental Toxicity:
No information found.

13. Disposal Considerations

Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be
managed in an appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Processing,
use or contamination of this product may change the waste management options.
State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal
regulations. Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with
federal, state and local requirements.

14. Transport Information

Not regulated.

15. Regulatory Information

--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 1\---------------------------------
Ingredient TSCA EC Japan Australia
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Oil, Mineral (8012-95-1) Yes Yes No Yes

--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 2\---------------------------------
--Canada--
Ingredient Korea DSL NDSL Phil.
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Oil, Mineral (8012-95-1) Yes Yes No Yes

--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 1\----------------
-SARA 302- ------SARA 313------
Ingredient RQ TPQ List Chemical Catg.
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Oil, Mineral (8012-95-1) No No No No

--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 2\----------------
-RCRA- -TSCA-
Ingredient CERCLA 261.33 8(d)
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Oil, Mineral (8012-95-1) No No No

Chemical Weapons Convention: No TSCA 12(b): No CDTA: No
SARA 311/312: Acute: Yes Chronic: No Fire: Yes Pressure: No
Reactivity: No (Pure / Liquid)

Australian Hazchem Code: None allocated.

Poison Schedule: S5
WHMIS:
This MSDS has been
prepared according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products
Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the
CPR.

16. Other Information

NFPA Ratings: Health: 0 Flammability: 1
Reactivity: 0
Label Hazard Warning:
WARNING! HARMFUL IF
SWALLOWED OR INHALED. CAUSES IRRITATION TO SKIN, EYES AND RESPIRATORY TRACT.
COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID AND VAPOR.
Label Precautions:
Avoid
breathing mist.
Keep container closed.
Use only with adequate
ventilation.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Wash thoroughly
after handling.
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.
Label First
Aid:
If swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Give large quantities of
water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
attention immediately. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes or skin with
plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and
shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. In all cases, get medical attention.
Product Use:

Laboratory Reagent.
Revision Information:
No Changes.

Disclaimer:

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Mallinckrodt Baker, Inc. provides the information contained herein in
good faith but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or
accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate
precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this
product. Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent
judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose.
MALLINCKRODT BAKER, INC. MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EITHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE
INFORMATION SET FORTH HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS.
ACCORDINGLY, MALLINCKRODT BAKER, INC. WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM USE OF OR RELIANCE UPON THIS INFORMATION.

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