Hydrowax® E-Series rev Jan 4 msds.pdf - Sasolwax US

Material Safety Data Sheet1 Product and company identificationProduct nameSasol Wax EmulsionProduct codeHydrowax E3100, E3145, E3148, E3400, E3500, E3600, E3701, E3701A, E3701D, E3702A, E3800Manufacturer/Supplier Sasol Wax North America Corp.Address 21325-B Cabot Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94545Telephone number Office: (510) 783-9295, plant: (510) 232-8704Fax number Office: (510) 670-8659, plant: (510) 232-0955National emergency no. CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300 Continental U.S.Health Emergencies Call LOS ANGELES POISON INFORMATION CENTER, (800) 356-3129 (24 hours).2 Composition/information on ingredientsGeneric nameChemical familyCAS numberMolecular formulaWax emulsionPetroleum hydrocarbonMixtureN/A3 Hazards identificationPhysical state/appear. White to light tan opaque liquid.Hazardous components NoneEmergency overview Contains no known hazardous or carcinogenic components that require reporting.Potential acute health effectsEyesCan cause minor irritation, tearing and reddening.SkinCan cause minor skin irritation and dermatitis.Inhalation No hazard in normal industrial use.Ingestion No hazard in normal industrial use.4 First-aid measuresEye ContactSkin ContactIngestionInhalationUse an eyewash to remove chemical from your eye regardless of the level of hazard. Flush the affected eye for atleast twenty minutes. Get medical attention after flushing.Wash with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists.No hazard in normal industrial use. Do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.This material does not present a hazard if inhaled. Remove individual to fresh air after an airborne exposure if anysymptoms develop.5 Fire-fighting measuresFlammability of product Not combustible. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.Products of combustion Not combustible.Fire fighting media and instructionsNo special procedures are required.Additional information There are no known unusual fire or explosion hazards. Material will not ignite or burn unless water is evaporated.6 Accidental release measuresSpills and leaksPrevent the spread of any spill to minimize harm to human health and the environment if safe to do so. Wearcomplete and proper personal protective equipment. Dike with a suitable absorbent material such as granulated clay.Gather and store in a sealed container pending a waste disposal evaluation. Use an inert absorbent such as sand orvermiculite. Place in a properly labelled closed container.Spill in Navigable Waters Report spills of any amount in navigable waters or adjoining shorelines to: National Response Center, (800) 424-8802.7 Handling and storageHandlingStorageNo special handling precautions needed.Keep from freezing.8 Exposure controls/personal protectionPersonal Protective equipmentEyesChemical goggles or face shield to protect against splashing.Respiratory No respiratory protection required under normal conditions of use.SkinWear protective gloves. Clean protective equipment regularly. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soapand water before eating, drinking and when leaving work.GlovesNitrile neoprene natural rubber.

9 Physical and chemical propertiesColorOdorFlash point (closed cup)Congealing pointDensity at 25CAverage molecular massSolubility in water (20C)pH-valuePhysical stateExplosion propertiesWhite to light tan.Mild.Approximately 8 lbs/gal.nd4.258.3Liquid at ambient temperatureNone10 Stability and reactivityConditions to avoid Low temperatures may cause freezing.Incompatibility with substancesNone.Hazardous decomposition productsCO and CO 2.Corrosive/oxidation propertiesNot an oxidizer and not corrosive.11 Toxicological informationOral TDL 0 rat – Not determined.12 Ecological informationThis product disperses readily in water. Keep away from waterways, sewers, and drains.13 Disposal considerationsWaste informationWaste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environment control regulations.14 Transport informationTHIS PRODUCT IS NOT CONTROLLED UNDER ANY OF THE FOLLOWING CLASSIFICATIONS:IMDG, IATADOT (United States), TDG (Canada),15 Regulatory informationHCS classificationTSCA 8(b) inventory Paraffin waxCanadian DSL/NDSL Paraffin waxSARA ListNot foundThis product is not classified according to the EU regulations.16 Other informationAlthough the information contained herein is presented in good faith and to the best of Sasol Wax’s knowledge and experience, it is made withoutany warranty or guarantee whatsoever.Revision date: January 4, 2011