MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET - Sasolwax US

Material Safety Data Sheet1 Product and company identificationProduct nameProduct codeFully refined paraffin waxSasolwax B139, B9015, B9241, B9247, B9249, B9251, C8610, CW5001, CW5002, R0135, R1255, R2526 R2531R2540, R2542, R2551, R2556, R2931, R2942, R4048, R4054, R4230, R4231, R4233, R4238, R4239, R4240,R4242, R4246, R4250, R4252, R4257, R4258, R7127, R7152, R WaxSasol Wax North America CorpManufacturer/SupplierAddress 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.2 Composition/information on ingredientsGeneric nameParaffin waxChemical familyPetroleum hydrocarbonCAS number 8002-74-2Molecular formula N/A3 Hazards identificationPhysical state/appear. SolidHazardous components NoneEmergency overview WARNING! COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDNon toxic and non hazardous. Molten wax may result in heat burns.Potential acute health effectsEyesSolid-None. Molten-May cause severe burns. Dust or fumes may cause tearing.SkinSolid-Dermatitis may occur with prolonged exposure. Molten-May cause heat burns, not readily absorbedthrough the skin.Inhalation Inhalation of paraffin wax vapors or powder particles may cause respiratory tract irritation.IngestionMolten - the high temperature may cause burns on contact with mouth/esophagus/stomach.NFPA Hazard ID Health: 1 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 04 First-aid measuresEye ContactSkin ContactNote to physicianCheck for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water. Seek medical attention.Molten-Immerse affected area in cold water to assist cooling. Seek medical attention. Do not remove solidifiedwax from skin.Support respiratory and cardiovascular function.5 Fire-fighting measuresFlammability of product Combustible at high temperatureProducts of combustion Carbon oxides (CO, CO 2)Fire fighting media and instructionsSmall fire Dry chemical powderLarge fire Water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.Protective equipment (fire) Approved/certified respirator or equivalentSpecific hazardsIncomplete combustion produces fumes, flue gases, carbon monoxideAdditional information Apply cold water in order to cool containers exposed to danger.6 Accidental release measuresSmall spill and leak Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.Large spill and leak Use a shovel to put the material in a convenient waste disposal 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 storageHandlingStorageAvoid breathing dust.Store solids in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Contact with any heat source may cause melting. Liquid paraffinmay also be stored in bulk storage tanks (170º–200ºF).8 Exposure controls/personal protectionExposure limits (fumes) ACGIH (United States, 2002) TWA: 2mg/m 3Engineering controlsNIOSH (United States, 2002) TWA: 2mg/m 3Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels belowrecommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure toairborne contaminants below the exposure limits. Molten wax should not be exposed to water, as it causes violent

steam explosions on molten wax.Personal Protective equipmentEyesSafety glasses or gogglesFace shields should be worn to protect eyes against hot wax splashes.BodyFull suitRespiratory Approved dust respirator, or vapor respirator in area of high concentrations of dust/vaporHandsHeat resistant gloves if working with molten waxFeetSafety bootsIn case of large spill Splash goggles, full suit, boots, and gloves9 Physical and chemical propertiesColorOdorFlash point (closed cup)Congealing pointDensity at 25CAverage molecular massSolubility in water (20C)Physical stateExplosion propertiesOff-white to white solid (molten wax is clear).None to slight petroleum odor.455ºF200ºF0.90 g/mlndnegligibleSolid at ambient temperatureHazard exists if in sub-micron form (dust)10 Stability and reactivityConditions to avoidIncompatibilityHazardous decomp. prod.Thermal DecompositionProlonged storage 50C above congealing point may interfere with quality.Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents.Flue gas, carbon monoxide, aldehydes in the case of incomplete combustionapprox. 250C11 Toxicological informationNOEL (rat) - 20 - 2000 mg/kg/dayOral TDL 0 rat - > 2000 mg/kg/day12 Ecological informationThe product is water-insoluble, and under normal environmental conditions, has no detrimental effect on plants, animals or micro-organisms.Keep away from waterways, sewers, drains, basements and confined spaces.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 classification CombustibleTSCA 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 madewithout any warranty or guarantee whatsoever.Revision date: October 8, 2012