Download 1 ISOOCTANE STANDARD MSDS REVISION

ISOOCTANE STANDARD MSDS
REVISION DATE: 11/3/00
VHG LABS, INC
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MANCHESTER, NH 03103
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SECTION I - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
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Product Name:
Isooctane
Common Synonyms:
Not Established
Chemical Family:
Aliphatic Hydrocarbon
Formula:
N/A
Formula Wt.:
N/A
CAS No.:
N/A
NIOSH/RTECS No.:
N/A
Product Use:
Laboratory Reagent
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SECTION II - COMPONENTS
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Component
CAS No.
Weight %
OSHA/PEL
ACGIH/TLV
Isooctane
540-84-1
Balance
N/E
N/E
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SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA
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Boiling Point: 211°F
Vapor Pressure (mmHg): 10-14 psi @ 100°F
Vapor Density (Air=1): 3.0-4.0
Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 0.73 - 0.76
% Volatile (by volume): Essentially 100% volatile
Evaporation Rate (Ether=1): 0.51
Solubility in Water: Negligible
Appearance and Odor: Light oily liquid; mild sulfide odor.
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SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
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Autoignition Temp. (NFPA): 495-850°F
Flash Point (Method Used): -30°F
Fire Extinguishing Media: Use alcohol foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide, water may be ineffective.
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SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA CONTINUED
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Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Water or foam may cause frothing. Use water to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Water spray may be
used to flush spills away from exposures and to dilute spills to noncombustible mixtures.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Products of combustion may contain carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and other toxic materials. Do not
enter enclosed or confined space without proper protective equipment including respiratory protection.
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SECTION - V HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
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Threshold limit value (TLV/TWA): 300ppm 8hr TWA
TLV is for Aliphatic hydrocarbons with aromatic proprietary
additives.
Is Product Listed as Carcinogenicity or Potential Carcinogen by:
NTP: No IARC: Yes Z List: No OSHA Reg: No
This substance is listed as a human inadequate evidence and animal limited evidence IARC Group 2A.
Carcinogenity:
None identified.
Reproductive Effects:
None identified
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SECTION V - HEALTH HAZARD DATA (CONTINUED)
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Effects of Overexposure
INHALATION:
SKIN CONTACT:
EYE CONTACT:
SKIN ABSORPTION:
INGESTION:
Headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, irritation of upper respiratory tract, narcosis,
unconsciousness, and may be fatal.
Defatting may occur with continued or prolonged contact. Irritation and burning sensation may occur
on exposure to liquid or vapor phase.
Severe burning sensation with temporary irritation and swelling of lids.
Not significant.
Irritation of mucous membranes of throat, esophagus and stomach may result in nausea and vomiting.
Depression may occur if absorbed.
CHRONIC EFFECTS:
Acute: Central nervous system depression with extreme overexposure; effects may include anesthesia, coma, respiratory arrest, and irregular
heart rate. Oxygen deprivation is possible if working in confined spaced.
Chronic: Experience has shown no major cumulative or latent effects to have resulted form exposure to this product.
Target Organs
Central nervous system, eyes, skin, GI tract, blood, liver, kidneys.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
None identified
Primary Routes of Entry
Inhalation, ingestion, skin contact, eye contact, absorption.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
INGESTION:
CALL A PHYSICIAN. If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting, If conscious, give water, milk, or milk of
magnesia.
INHALATION:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen.
SKIN CONTACT:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
EYE CONTACT:
In case of eye contact, immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
SARA/TITLE III HAZARD CATEGORIES AND LISTS
Acute: Yes
Chronic: Yes
Flammability: Yes
Pressure: No
Reactivity: No
Extremely Hazardous Substance: Yes Contains Isooctane
CERCLA Hazardous Substance: Yes Contains Isooctane
SARA 313 Toxic Chemicals:
TSCA Inventory:
Yes Contains Isooctane
No
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SECTION - VI REACTIVITY DATA
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Hazardous Decomposition Products: Normal combustion forms carbon dioxide; incomplete combustion may produce carbon monoxide.
Conditions to Avoid: Strong oxidizing materials, heat, flame.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
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SECTION - VII. SPILL, LEAK, AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
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In Case of Spill or Leak: Recover with absorbent materials, avoiding skin contact. Place in proper containers for disposal. If conditions
warrant, wear protective garments and/or equipment described in Section IX Precautionary Measures and, if applicable, use explosion-proof
equipment.
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose of materials by incineration or landfill, complying with federal, state, and local regulations.
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SECTION - VIII. PROTECTION INFORMATION
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Normal good housekeeping procedures.
Eye protection: Safety glasses with side shields.
Ventilation: Products are burned in most applications. Exhaust system over the burner must be in good working order and designed to prevent
inhalation of possible toxic fumes.
Other Protective Measures: Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.
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SECTION - IX TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
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Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storing:
Store in original container used for shipment and keep tightly sealed while not in use. Wipe up any materials which may accidentally spilled
and follow the recommended disposal procedures (see Section VII).
DOMESTIC (D.O.T.), IATA, ICAO
Proper Shipping Name:
Octanes
Hazard Class:
Flammable Liquid
UN/NA:
UN1262 Packing Group II
Labels:
Flammable liquid
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The information in this Material Safety Data Sheet meets the requirements of the United States OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT
and regulations promulgated thereunder (29 CFR 1910.1200 et. seq.) and the Canadian WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
INFORMATION SYSTEM. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a person
trained in, or supervised by a person trained in, chemical handling. The user is responsible for determining the application. Depending on
usage, protective clothing including eye and face guards and respirators must be used to avoid contact with material or breathing chemical
vapors/fumes. Exposure to this product may have serious adverse health effects. This chemical may interact with other substances. Since
the potential uses are so varied, VHG cannot warn of all of the potential dangers of use or interaction with other chemicals or materials. VHG
warrants that the chemical meets the specifications set forth on the label. VHG DISCLAIMS ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED WITH REGARD TO THE PRODUCT SUPPLIED HEREUNDER, ITS MERCHANTABILITY OR ITS FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. The user should recognize that this product can cause severe injury and even death, especially if improperly handled or the known
dangers of use are not heeded. READ ALL PRECAUTIONARY INFORMATION.
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Approved by Quality Assurance Department.
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