MSDS Name: Kerosene
Odorless
Catalog Numbers:
K10-200, K10-200LC, K10-4,
S800451, ZZK102011
Synonyms:
Coal oil; Fuels, kerosine;
Kerosine (petroleum).
Company Identification: Fisher Scientific
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**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS#
|
Chemical Name |
% | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 8008-20-6 |Kerosene
| >99 | 232-366-4 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Hazard Symbols: XN
Risk Phrases: 10 65
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: pale yellow.
Warning! Flammable liquid and vapor. May cause
respiratory tract
irritation. May cause central nervous system
depression. Aspiration
hazard if swallowed. Can enter lungs and cause
damage. May cause lung
damage. May cause liver and kidney damage. Causes
eye and skin
irritation. May cause blood abnormalities.
Target Organs: Blood, kidneys, central nervous
system, liver.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. Vapors cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. Prolonged and/or repeated contact may
cause defatting of the skin and dermatitis. May be absorbed through
damaged or abraded skin in harmful amounts.
Ingestion:
Aspiration hazard. May cause severe digestive tract irritation with
abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Aspiration of
material into the lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis, which may be
fatal. May cause central nervous system depression.
Exposure by ingestion may also cause adverse effects in the liver,
kidneys, pancreas, and
Inhalation:
Causes respiratory tract irritation. Irritation may lead to chemical
pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. Exposure produces central nervous
system depression. Aspiration may cause respiratory swelling and
pneumonitis. Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated inhalation of dusts may cause neurological
damage. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause defatting and
dermatitis. May cause anemia and other blood cell abnormalities.
&edical aid
immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and
water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing
and shoes.
Ingestion:
Potential for aspiration if swallowed. Get medical aid immediately.
Do
not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical
personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing,
give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
As
in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air.
Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Containers
may explode in the heat of a fire. Liquid will float and may reignite
on
the surface of water. Flammable liquid and vapor. Vapors may be
heavier than air. They can spread along the ground and collect in
low or confined areas.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Water may be
ineffective. Do NOT use straight streams of water. For large fires,
use water spray, fog or regular foam. For small fires, use dry
chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or regular foam. Cool
containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is
out.
Autoignition Temperature:Not
applicable.
Flash Point:
Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower:0.7
Explosion Limits, upper:5.0
NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health:
2; Flammability: 2; Reactivity: 0
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use
proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways.
Wear a self contained breathing apparatus and appropriate Personal
protection. (See Exposure Controls, Personal Protection section).
Scoop up with a nonsparking tool, then place into a suitable
container for disposal. Remove all sources of ignition. Absorb spill
using an absorbent, non-combustible material such as earth, sand, or
vermiculite. Do not use combustible materials such as saw dust.
Provide ventilation. Water spray may reduce vapor but may not
prevent ignition in closed spaces.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Ground and bond
containers when transferring material. Use spark-proof tools and
explosion proof equipment. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or
&
heat, sparks or open flames.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of
ignition. Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Store in a
cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
+--------------------+-------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
| Chemical Name |
ACGIH | NIOSH
|OSHA - Final PELs|
|--------------------|-------------------|-------------------|-----------------|
| Kerosene
|none listed |100 mg/m3 TWA
|none listed |
+--------------------+-------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
OSHA Vacated PELs:
Kerosene:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear chemical goggles.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR
1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a
NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator
when necessary.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State:
Liquid
Appearance:
pale yellow
Odor:
odorless
pH:
Not available.
Vapor Pressure:
5 mm Hg @ 38C
Vapor Density:
4.5 (air=1)
Evaporation Rate:
Not available.
Viscosity:
>1.3 CST @ 40C
Boiling Point:
304-574F
Freezing/Melting Point: 0
deg F
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water:
Insoluble.
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.8 (water=1)
Molecular Formula:
Not applicable.
Molecular Weight:
0
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Ignition sources, excess heat.bsp; Hazardous Polymerization: Has not
been reported.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 8008-20-6: OA5500000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 8008-20-6: Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg Severe; Oral,
rabbit: LD50 = 2835 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Kerosene
-
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
Epidemiology:
No
information available.
Teratogenicity:
No
information available.
Reproductive Effects:
No
information available.
Neurotoxicity:
No
information available.
Mutagenicity:
No
information available.
Other Studies:
None.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
Ecotoxicity:
Bluegill (fresh water) TLm=2990ppm/24H
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Chemical waste generators must determine whether
a discarded chemical
is classified as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification
determination are listed in
40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators
must consult state
and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure
complete and accurate
classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
US DOT
Shipping Name: KEROSENE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: UN1223
Packing Group: III
Canadian TDG
No
information available.
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
US FEDERAL Canada
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
MSDS Creation Date: 9/02/1997 Revision #3
Date: 11/20/2001
The information above is believed to be accurate and
represents the best
TSCA
CAS# 8008-20-6 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health &
Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test
Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA
Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
SARA
Section 302
(RQ)
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
Section 302
(TPQ)
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
CAS # 8008-20-6: acute, flammable.
Section 313
No
chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous
Substances under the CWA.
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OSHA:
None of the chemicals in
this product are considered highly hazardous
by OSHA.
STATE
Kerosene can be found
on the following state right to know lists: New
Jersey, Florida, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts.
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN
Risk Phrases:
R 10 Flammable.
R 65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
Safety Phrases:
S 23 Do not inhale gas/fumes/vapour/spray.
S 24 Avoid contact with skin.
S 62 If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek
medical advice immediately and show this container or
label.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 8008-20-6: No
information available.
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits
CAS# 8008-20-6 is listed on
Canada's DSL List.
This product has a WHMIS
classification of B3, D2B.
CAS# 8008-20-6 is not
listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
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