MATERIAL SAFETY
DATA SHEET
Product
Identification
Manufacturer's Name:
Paratherm Corporation
Address:
1050 Colwell Road
Conshohocken, PA 19428
Emergency
Telephone No:
610-941-4900
Trade Name:
Paratherm HE®
Revision Date:
May
1, 2000 |
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CAS Number: 64741-88-4
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TSCA Inventory
Status: Included
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NFPA Hazard
Identification
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Degree of Hazard
Health:
0 Fire: 1
Reactivity: 0 |
Hazard
Ratings
0-Least
1-Slight
2-Moderate
3-High
4-Extreme |
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Ingredients
| COMPONENT NAME |
CAS NUMBER |
HAZARDOUS IN BLEND |
PERCENTAGE Min. Max. |
COMPONENT EXPOSURE LIMITS |
UNITS |
| Severely
Solvent Refined Single Cut Paraffinic Hydrocarbon |
64741-88-4 |
No |
100.00 |
OSHA
PEL, ACGIH
TLV |
None established (see
item III below)
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Health Effect Information
ACUTE EFFECTS
EYE CONTACT
No eye effect expected.
SKIN CONTACT
Practically non-toxic if absorbed (LD50 greater than
200 mg/kg). Minimal irritation within prolonged or repeated contact.
Draize skin irritation score for similar products is 0.3 out of
8.0. Dermal LD50 for similar products in rabbits is
greater than 5000 mg/kg.
INHALATION
Paratherm HE®
has a low vapor pressure and is not expected to present
an inhalation hazard at ambient conditions. Caution should be taken
to prevent aerosolization or misting. The permissible exposure limit
(PEL) and threshold limit value (TLV) for the fluid as oil mist is
5 mg/m3. Exposures below 5 mg/m3 appear to be without significant
health risk.
INGESTION
Ingestion is practically non-toxic unless aspiration occurs. For
similar products, LD50 in rats is greater than 25g/kg.
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CHRONIC EFFECTS
On rare occasions, prolonged
and repeated exposure to oil mist poses a risk of pulmonary disease
such as chronic lung inflammation. This condition is usually asymptomatic
as a result of repeated small aspirations. Shortness of breath and
cough are the most common symptoms. Aspiration may lead to chemical
pneumonitis which is characterized by pulmonary edema and hemorrhage,
and may be fatal. Signs of lung involvement include increased respiration
rate, increased heart rate, and a bluish discoloration of the skin.
Coughing, choking and gagging are often noted at the time of aspiration.
Gastrointestinal discomfort may develop, followed by vomiting, with
a further risk of aspiration.
CARCINOGENICITY
NTP: No IARC: No OSHA: No
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Emergency & First Aid Procedures
EYE CONTACT
Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water and continue flushing
for 15 minutes. If fluid is hot, treat for thermal burns and take victim
to hospital immediately.
SKIN CONTACT
Remove contaminated clothing. If fluid is hot, submerge injured area
in cold water. If victim is severely burned, take to a hospital immediately.
Launder clothing until no odor remains.
INHALATION
Paratherm HE® has a low vapor pressure and
is not expected to present an inhalation hazard at ambient conditions.
If vapor or mist is generated when the fluid is heated or handled, remove
victim from exposure. If breathing has stopped or is irregular, administer
artificial respiration and supply oxygen if it is available. Do
not use compressed oxygen in hydrocarbon atmospheres. If
victim is unconscious, remove to fresh air and seek medical attention.
INGESTION
May act as a laxative.
Do not induce vomiting. Small amounts which accidentally enter mouth
should be rinsed out until taste of it is gone.
Personal Health Protection Information
EYE PROTECTION
Eye protection is
not required under conditions of normal use. If the fluid is handled
such that it could be splashed into eyes, wear plastic face shield or
splash-proof safety goggles.
SKIN PROTECTION
No skin protection
is required for single, short duration exposures. For prolonged or repeated
exposures, use impervious synthetic rubber clothing (boots, gloves, aprons,
etc.) over parts of the body subject to exposure. If handling hot fluid,
use insulated protective clothing (boots, gloves, aprons, etc.)
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
Respiratory protection
is not required under conditions of normal use. If vapor or mist is generated
when the fluid is heated or handled, use an organic vapor respirator
with a dust and mist filter. All respirators must be NIOSH certified.
Do not use compressed oxygen in hydrocarbon atmospheres.
VENTILATION
If vapor or mist
is generated when the fluid is heated or handled, adequate ventilation
in accordance with good engineering practice must be provided to maintain
concentrations below the specified exposure or flammable limits.
OTHER
Consumption of food
and beverages should be avoided in work areas where hydrocarbons are
present. Always wash hands and face with soap and water before eating,
drinking or smoking.
Fire Protection Information
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FLASH
POINT
FIRE POINT
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE
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440°F
(227°C)
500°F (260°C)
700°F (371°C)
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TEST
METHOD
TEST METHOD
TEST METHOD
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(COC)
(COC)
ASTM D-2155 |
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FLAMMABLE
LIMITS IN AIR
% BY VOL.
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LOWER
No data
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UPPER
No data
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EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Use dry chemical, foam, water fog,
or carbon dioxide.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING
PROCEDURES
Water may be ineffective
but can be used to cool containers exposed to heat or flame. Caution
should be exercised when using water or foam as frothing may occur, especially
if sprayed into containers of hot, burning liquid. Wear self-contained
breathing apparatus when fire fighting in confined spaces.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSIVE
CONDITIONS
Dense smoke may
be generated while burning. Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and other
oxides may be generated as products of combustion.
Reactivity Data
STABILITY (Thermal,
Light, Etc.): Stable
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will
not occur
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: None
INCOMPATIBILITY
(Materials to Avoid): May
react with strong oxidizing
agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Carbon
monoxide and asphyxiants.
Environmental Precautions
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IF
FLUID IS RELEASED OR SPILLED
Consult health effect information
in Section III, Personal Health Protection Information in Section V,
Fire Protection Information in Section VI, and Reactivity Data in Section
VII. Notify appropriate authorities of spill. Contain spill immediately.
Do not allow spill to enter sewers or water courses; remove all sources
of ignition. Absorb with appropriate inert materials such as sand, clay,
etc. Large spills may be picked up using vacuum pumps, shovels, buckets
or other means and placed in drums or other suitable containers.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
All disposals must comply with federal,
state and local regulations. Used material, if spilled or discarded,
may be a regulated waste. Refer to state and local regulations. Caution:
If regulated solvents are used to clean up spilled fluid, the resulting
waste mixture may be regulated. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations
may apply for transporting this material when spilled. Waste material
may be landfilled or incinerated at an approved facility (this material
as supplied, is not regulated by RCRA as hazardous waste). Materials
should be recycled if possible.
Miscellaneous
HANDLING AND STORAGE
REQUIREMENTS
Do not transfer to unmarked
containers. Store in closed containers (NFPA class IIIB storage) away
from heat, sparks, open flame, or oxidizing materials. Fire extinguishers
should be kept readily available. See NFPA 30 and OSHA 1910.106--Flammable
and combustible liquids. Wash thoroughly after handling.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SARA Title III: Paratherm HE® is
not subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of Title III
of the Superfund Amendment & Reauthorization Act of 1986, and 40
C.F.R. part 372.
Typical Physical Properties
Boiling Point: IBP
(Approx.) 688°F (365°C)
Melting Point: Not
applicable
Appearance: Light
amber liquid
Odor: Slight odor
Vapor Pressure: <0.0001
mm Hg @ 70°F
Solubility: Negligible
in water. Soluble in hydrocarbons.
Percent Volatile: Nil
@ Ambient Temperature.
Vapor Density (Air=1): >10
Evaporation Rate (EE=1): <1000
X slower
Typical Specific Gravity: Approx.
0.86 @ 60/60 F
Molecular Weight: Approx.
443g/mole
Shipping Information
Not regulated by D.O.T.,
no placarding required.
NOTE: We present
the information and recommendations in this bulletin in good faith and
believe them to be correct, however, Paratherm Corporation makes no representations
as to accuracy or completeness. We supply this information on the condition
that the user determine suitability of product for each specific application.
We warrant that the heat transfer fluid conforms to the specifications
in this bulletin, but make no further warranty, expressed or implied, including
the warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. |
