Material Safety Data Sheet
Material Safety Data Sheet | |
| VORTEX 95 |
| Infosafe™ No. | HXD02 | Issue Date | June 2006 | Status | ISSUED by CALTEX | BS: 1.9.46 |
Classified as hazardous
| 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND COMPANY/UNDERTAKING | |
| Product Name | VORTEX 95 |
| Product Use | Fuel. |
| Company Name | Caltex Australia Petroleum Pty Ltd (ABN 17 000 032 128) |
| Address | 2 Market Street, Sydney NSW 2000 |
| Emergency Tel. | 1800 033 111 |
| Telephone Number/Fax | Tel: (02) 9250 5000 Fax: (02) 9250 5742 |
| Other Names | Not Available |
| 2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS | |
| Ingredients | Name | CAS | Proportion | Hazard | R Phrase |
| Petroleum Hydrocarbon | 8006-61-9 | 90-100 % | |||
| Benzene | 71-43-2 | 0-1 % | |||
| 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION | |
| Highly flammable. Irritating to skin. Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. Possible risk of irreversible effects. May cause cancer. Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. | |
| Chronic Effects | Prolonged and repeated exposure through inhalation or swallowing of this material can result in harmful effects including central nervous system effects. Systemic effects of chronic exposure can also include damage to heart, kidneys and liver. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may also result in skin irritation leading to dermatitis. May cause cancer: Benzene has been classified as a Carcinogen Category 1. Refer to Toxicology information for further information. Possible risk of irreversible effects. |
| Inhalation | Vapours may cause headache, nausea with vomiting, dizziness, confusion and other effects of central nervous system depression. Loss of consciousness can occur at high concentrations followed by convulsions and death. |
| Ingestion | May cause irritation to the gastrointestinal system. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea or depression of the central nervous system including nausea, headaches, dizziness, fatigue, loss of coordination, unconsciousness and possibly narcosis. Small amounts of liquid aspirated into the respiratory system during ingestion or vomiting may lead to aspiration into the lungs with a possibility of chemical pneumonia or lung damage. |
| Skin | Will cause irritation to the skin. This can result in itching and redness of the skin. Poisoning may occur from prolonged or massive skin contact. |
| Eye | May cause irritation in contact with the eyes, which can result in redness, stinging and lachrymation. |
| 4. FIRST AID MEASURES | |
| Inhalation | Remove the source of contamination or move the victim to fresh air. Ensure airways are clear and have a qualified person give oxygen through a face mask if breathing is difficult. If irritation develops and persists, seek immediate medical attention. |
| Ingestion | DO NOT induce vomiting. Immediately wash mouth out with water. Seek immediate medical attention. |
| Skin | Remove all contaminated clothing. Wash gently and thoroughly with water and non-abrasive soap. Ensure contaminated clothing is washed before re-use or discard. If symptoms develops and persists, seek medical attention. |
| Eye | If contact with the eye(s) occur, wash with copious amounts of water, holding eyelid(s) open. Take care not to rinse contaminated water into the non-affected eye. If irritation develops and persists, seek medical attention. |
| First Aid Facilities | An eye wash fountain, safety shower and a general washing facility. |
| Advice to Doctor | Treat symptoms with reference to specific health effects. |
| 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES | |
| Extinguishing Media | CO2, dry chemical, foam. |
| Specific Methods | Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (S.C.B.A) and full protective clothing should be worn. Evacuate immediate area. Keep containers cool with water fog/spray. Heat will increase pressure of closed storage containers and may rupture/explode. Keep storage tanks, pipelines, fire exposed surfaces etc cool with water spray. |
| Specific Hazards | Ensure adequate ventilation to prevent explosive vapour-air mixture and prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (i.e. by grounding). Vapour/air mixtures may ignite explosively and flashback along the vapour trail. Remove sources of re-ignition. |
| Flash Point | -40°C |
| Ignition Temperature | 370°C |
| Flammable Limits LEL | 1.4% |
| Flammability | Highly Flammable. Eliminate all ignition sources. Use only flameproof electrical equipment. Internal Combustion engines are not permitted for pumping. Earth containers when transferring product. Do not use plastic tubing or containers. |
| 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES | |
| Remove all sources of ignition. Increase ventilation. Evacuate all unnecessary personnel. Wear full protective equipment and clothing to minimise exposure. If possible contain the spill. Place inert, non combustible, absorbent material onto spillage. Use clean non-sparking tools to collect the material and place into a suitable labelled container. If large quantities of this material enter the waterways contact the Environmental Protection Authority, or your local Waste Management Authority. | |
| 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE | |
| Handling | Repeated or prolonged exposure to this material should be avoided in order to lessen the possibility of disorders. Use in a well ventilated area. Prohibit sources of sparks, ignition and naked flames. Wear appropriate protective equipment. It is essential that all who come into contact with this material, maintain high standards of personal hygiene i.e. washing hands prior to eating, drinking, smoking or going to the toilet. Build-up of vapour or mist in the working atmosphere must be prevented. Ensure ventilation is adequate. DO NOT enter confined spaces where vapour or mist may have collected. Keep containers closed when not in use. Prevent accumulation of static electricity and earth all equipment. |
| Storage Regulations | Fuels are exempt from the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons, except when packed in containers having a capacity of 20 litres or less. Classified as a Scheduled (S5) Poison using the criteria in the SUSDP (Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons) when used for other applications rather than as a fuel. |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, out of direct sunlight. Avoid sparks, flames, and other ignition sources. Store away from incompatible materials such as materials that support combustion (oxidizing materials). Store in suitable, labelled containers. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use and when empty. Protect from damage. Have appropriate fire extinguishers available in and near the storage area. Do NOT pressurise, cut, heat or weld containers as they may contain hazardous residues. For information on the design of the store-room reference should be made to Australian Standard AS1940 - The storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids. Reference should also be made to all Local, State and Federal regulations. |
| Additional information on precautions for use | Avoid skin and eye contact. Avoid breathing vapour. Use as a motor fuel only. Do not siphon with the mouth. Do not use in the vicinity of a fire, a hot surface or during welding. |
| Other Information | |
| 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION | |
| National Exposure Standards | Name | STEL (mgm3) | STEL (ppm) | TWA (mgm3) | TWA (ppm) | FootNote |
| Benzene | 3.2 | 1 | ||||
| Other Exposure Information | SUBSTANCE EXPOSURE STANDARDS Petrol (gasoline) TWA: 900 mg/m3 (under review) TWA is the time weighted average concentration of the work atmosphere over a normal 8-hour work day and a 40-hour work week. Nearly all workers may be repeatedly exposed to this level, day after day, without adverse effect. |
| Respiratory Protection | Avoid breathing of vapours/mists. Where ventilation is inadequate and vapours/mists are generated, the use of an approved respirator with filter complying with AS/NZS 1715 and AS/NZS 1716 is recommended; however final choice of appropriate breathing protection is dependant upon actual airborne concentrations and the type of breathing protection required will vary according to individual circumstances. Expert advice may be required to make this decision. Reference should be made to Australian Standards AS/NZS 1715- Selection, Use and Maintenance of Respiratory Protective Devices; and AS/NZS 1716- Respiratory Protective Devices. |
| Eye Protection | Chemical safety glasses or face shield recommended as appropriate. Final choice of appropriate eye/face protection will vary according to individual circumstances including methods of handling or engineering controls as determined by appropriate risk assessments. Eye protection should conform to Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 1337- Eye Protectors for Industrial Applications. |
| Hand Protection | Impervious (Neoprene or nitrile rubber) gloves recommended as appropriate. Final choice of appropriate glove type will vary according to individual circumstances, including methods of handling or engineering controls as determined by appropriate risk assessments. Refer to AS/NZS 2161 Occupational protective gloves- Selection, use and maintenance. The use of barrier cream is recommended. |
| Eng. Controls | Provide sufficient ventilation to keep airborne levels to least possible levels. Where vapours or mists are generated, particularly in enclosed areas, and natural ventilation is inadequate, a flameproof exhaust ventilation system is recommended. Provide electrical earthing and equipment useable in explosive atmospheres. Refer to AS 1940-The storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids and AS 2430-Explosive gas atmospheres for further information concerning ventilation requirements. |
| 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES | |
| Appearance | Yellow liquid. |
| Melting Point | Not Applicable |
| Boiling Point | 30 - 205°C |
| Solubility in Water | Insoluble in water. |
| Specific Gravity (H2O=1) | 0.74 |
| pH Value | Not Applicable |
| Vapour Pressure | 80 kPa @ 40°C |
| Vapour Density (Air=1) | 3.5 (cf Air = 1) |
| Evaporation Rate | Not Available |
| Viscosity | Not Available |
| Flash Point | -40°C |
| Flammability | Highly Flammable. Eliminate all ignition sources. Use only flameproof electrical equipment. Internal Combustion engines are not permitted for pumping. Earth containers when transferring product. Do not use plastic tubing or containers. |
| Ignition Temperature | 370°C |
| Flammable Limits LEL | 1.4% |
| 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY | |
| Hazardous Decomposition Products | Carbon monoxide and dioxide, smoke and fumes. |
| Hazardous Reaction | May react vigorously with oxidising materials. |
| 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION | |
| Toxicology Information | Limited chronic inhalation toxicology studies showed kidney disease, kidney cancer, and liver cancer in animals following exposure to wholly vapourised petrol. Additional studies limited to the volatile fraction of petrol have not resulted in kidney damage, which is generally considered to be a precursor to kidney cancer. Many scientists do not believe that the male rat is an appropriate animal model or predictor of human kidney cancer. Epidemiology studies in humans exposed to hydrocarbons have not indicated excess risk of kidney or liver cancer. Petrol contains benzene in concentrations from about 0.5 to 4.0 %. Chronic toxicology studies in laboratory animals and certain epidemiology studies have indicated that excessive benzene exposure may cause cancer of the blood-forming organs including leukaemia. While the benzene content of petrol is relatively low, it is important to minimise exposure to the skin and respiratory system to well within current exposure standards. Engineering controls including full enclosure, vapour recovery, or local exhaust ventilation are recommended where routine exposure may exceed applicable standards. |
| Inhalation | Vapours may cause headache, nausea with vomiting, dizziness, confusion and other effects of central nervous system depression. Loss of consciousness can occur at high concentrations followed by convulsions and death. |
| Ingestion | May cause irritation to the gastrointestinal system. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea or depression of the central nervous system including nausea, headaches, dizziness, fatigue, loss of coordination, unconsciousness and possibly narcosis. Small amounts of liquid aspirated into the respiratory system during ingestion or vomiting may lead to aspiration into the lungs with a possibility of chemical pneumonia or lung damage. |
| Skin | Will cause irritation to the skin. This can result in itching and redness of the skin. Poisoning may occur from prolonged or massive skin contact. |
| Eye | May cause irritation in contact with the eyes, which can result in redness, stinging and lachrymation. |
| Chronic Effects | Prolonged and repeated exposure through inhalation or swallowing of this material can result in harmful effects including central nervous system effects. Systemic effects of chronic exposure can also include damage to heart, kidneys and liver. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may also result in skin irritation leading to dermatitis. May cause cancer: Benzene has been classified as a Carcinogen Category 1. Refer to Toxicology information for further information. Possible risk of irreversible effects. |
| 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION | |
| Environment Protection | Environmentally hazardous material. Avoid contaminating waterways, drains and sewers. |
| Mobility | No data is available for this material. |
| Persistence / Degradability | No data is available for this material. |
| Ecotoxicity | No data is available for this material. |
| 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS | |
| Dispose of waste according to federal, E.P.A., state and local regulations. | |
| 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION | |
| This material is a Class 3 - Flammable Liquid according to The Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail. Class 3 - Flammable Liquids are incompatible in a placard load with any of the following: - Class 1, Explosives - Class 2.1, Flammable Gases, if both the Class 3 and Class 2.1 dangerous goods are in bulk - Class 2.3, Toxic Gases - Class 4.2 Spontaneously Combustible Substances - Class 5.1 Oxidising Agents and Class 5.2, Organic Peroxides - Class 6 Toxic Substances (where the flammable liquid is nitromethane) - Class 7 Radioactive Substances. . | |
| U.N. Number | 1203 |
| Proper Shipping Name | MOTOR SPIRIT |
| DG Class | 3 |
| Hazchem Code | 3[Y]E |
| Packaging Method | 3.8.3 |
| Packing Group | II |
| EPG Number | 3.1.001 |
| IERG Number | 14 |
| 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION | |
| Risk Phrase | R11 Highly flammable. R38 Irritating to skin. R65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. R68 Possible risk of irreversible effects. R45(1) May cause cancer. R48/20/21/22 Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
| Safety Phrase | S2 Keep out of reach of children. S16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. S62 If swallowed, do not induce vomiting; seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. |
| Poisons Schedule | Not Scheduled |
| Hazard Category | Toxic,Irritant,Highly Flammable |
| 16. OTHER INFORMATION | |
| Contact Person/Point | CHEMICAL EMERGENCIES: 1 800 033 111 TECHNICAL ADVICE: 1300 364 169 Health & Safety Advisor Tel: (02) 9250 5822 and (02) 9250 5734 PLEASE NOTE that although every care has been taken in compiling the above information, it is solely reliant upon data available to us at the date hereof. We believe the data to be correct, however for the reason just stated we are not in a position to warrant its accuracy. With that in mind and given that the full range of possibilities and conditions under which the information may be applied simply cannot be anticipated, YOU ARE CAUTIONED to make your own determinations as to the veracity and the suitability of the information to the particular circumstances that apply, or may apply, to you from time to time. Consistent with that approach it is recommended that where you have a particular purpose which would necessitate a reliance on information of the nature herein you obtain your own independent expert advice particularly structured to the relevant purpose. If this material is printed, circulated, distributed or copied in any manner, it is not to be modified without prior written permission, and further, it is to include the wording of the above disclaimer. |
| Empirical Formula & Structural Formula | Mixture. |
| SDS History | MSDS Created: June 2006 |
| Poisons Schedule | Not Scheduled |
| Hazard Category | Toxic,Irritant,Highly Flammable |
| End of MSDS | |
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