0890 104 1 - WURTH BATTERY TERMINAL GREASE 100ML
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Issue Date: 19-May-2006
A317EC
CHEMWATCH 4729-3
0890 104 1 - WURTH BATTERY TERMINAL GREASE 100ML
Battery terminal grease.
Company: Wurth Australia Pty Ltd
Address:
4 Redwood Drive (abn 48 002 487 096)
Dingley
VIC, 3175
AUS
Telephone: +61 3 9552 9552
Telephone: 1800 331 603
Emergency Tel: 1300 657 765
Fax: +61 3 9551 2994
NON-HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS. According to
the Criteria of NOHSC, and the ADG Code.
None
None under normal operating conditions.
Avoid contact with skin.
| NAME | CAS RN | % |
| mineral oil | Not avail. | >60 |
· If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting.
· If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down
position, if possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.
· Observe the patient carefully.
· Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced
awareness; i.e. becoming unconscious.
· Give water to rinse out mouth, then provide liquid slowly and as much as
casualty can comfortably drink.
· Seek medical advice.
If this product comes in contact with the eyes:
· Wash out immediately with fresh running water.
· Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from
eye and moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.
· If pain persists or recurs seek medical attention.
· Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by
skilled personnel.
If skin contact occurs:
· Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, including footwear
· Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).
· Seek medical attention in event of irritation.
· If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area.
· Other measures are usually unnecessary.
Treat symptomatically. · Heavy and persistent skin contamination over many years may lead to dysplastic changes. Pre-existing skin disorders may be aggravated by exposure to this product. · In general, emesis induction is unnecessary with high viscosity, low volatility products, i.e. most oils and greases. · High pressure accidental injection through the skin should be assessed for possible incision, irrigation and/or debridement. NOTE: Injuries may not seem serious at first, but within a few hours tissue may become swollen, discoloured and extremely painful with extensive subcutaneous necrosis. Product may be forced through considerable distances along tissue planes.
· Foam.
· Dry chemical powder.
· BCF (where regulations permit).
· Carbon dioxide.
· Water spray or fog - Large fires only.
· Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
· Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.
· Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water
course.
· Use water delivered as a fine spray to control fire and cool adjacent area.
· Avoid spraying water onto liquid pools.
· Do not approach containers suspected to be hot.
· Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.
· If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.
· Combustible.
· Slight fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame.
· Heating may cause expansion or decomposition leading to violent rupture of
containers.
· On combustion, may emit toxic fumes of carbon monoxide (CO).
· May emit acrid smoke.
· Mists containing combustible materials may be explosive.
Combustion products include, carbon monoxide (CO), carbon dioxide (CO2), other
pyrolysis products typical of burning organic material.
Avoid contamination with oxidising agents i.e. nitrates, oxidising acids,
chlorine bleaches, pool chlorine etc. as ignition may result.
None
Slippery when spilt. · Remove all ignition sources. · Clean up all spills immediately. · Avoid breathing vapours and contact with skin and eyes. · Control personal contact by using protective equipment. · Contain and absorb spill with sand, earth, inert material or vermiculite. · Wipe up. · Place in a suitable labelled container for waste disposal.
Slippery when spilt. Moderate hazard. · Clear area of personnel and move upwind. · Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard. · Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves. · Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water course. · No smoking, naked lights or ignition sources. · Increase ventilation. · Stop leak if safe to do so. · Contain spill with sand, earth or vermiculite. · Collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling. · Absorb remaining product with sand, earth or vermiculite. · Collect solid residues and seal in labelled drums for disposal. · Wash area and prevent runoff into drains. · If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise emergency services.
Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the MSDS.
· Avoid all personal contact, including inhalation.
· Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs.
· Use in a well-ventilated area.
· Prevent concentration in hollows and sumps.
· DO NOT enter confined spaces until atmosphere has been checked.
· DO NOT allow material to contact humans, exposed food or food utensils.
· Avoid contact with incompatible materials.
· When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.
· Keep containers securely sealed when not in use.
· Avoid physical damage to containers.
· Always wash hands with soap and water after handling.
· Work clothes should be laundered separately. Launder contaminated clothing
before re-use.
· Use good occupational work practice.
· Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
· Atmosphere should be regularly checked against established exposure standards
to ensure safe working conditions are maintained.
· Metal can or drum
· Packaging as recommended by manufacturer.
· Check all containers are clearly labelled and free from leaks.
CARE: Water in contact with heated material may cause foaming or a steam
explosion with possible severe burns from wide scattering of hot material.
Resultant overflow of containers may result in fire.
Avoid reaction with oxidising agents.
· Store in original containers.
· Keep containers securely sealed.
· No smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.
· Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
· Store away from incompatible materials and foodstuff containers.
· Protect containers against physical damage and check regularly for leaks.
· Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
Source Material TWA TWA STEL STEL Peak Peak
ppm mg/m³ ppm m5/m³ ppm mg/m³
_________________________ ________________ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____
Australia Exposure mineral oil 5
Standards
The following materials had no OELs on our record under the following CAS or Chemwatch (CW) numbers
0890 104 1 - Wurth Battery Terminal Grease 100ml: No data available for CW:4729-3
mineral oil: No data available for CW:11349
Not available. Refer to individual constituents.
MINERAL OIL: oil mist, mineral TLV TWA: 5 mg/m³; STEL: 10 mg/m³. NOTICE OF INTENDED CHANGE. TLV TWA 0.2 mg/m³ inhalable fraction highly refined A4 NOTE: This substance has been classified by the ACGIH as A4 NOT classifiable as causing cancer in humans. ES TWA: 5 mg/m³ (oil mist, refined mineral) Human exposure to oil mist alone has not been demonstrated to cause health effects except at levels above 5 mg/m³ (this applies to particulates sampled by a method that does not collect vapour). It is not advisable to apply this standard to oils containing unknown concentrations and types of additive.
· Safety glasses with side shields · Chemical goggles. · Contact lenses may pose a special hazard; soft contact lenses may absorb and concentrate irritants. A written policy document, describing the wearing of lens or restrictions on use, should be created for each workplace or task. This should include a review of lens absorption and adsorption for the class of chemicals in use and an account of injury experience. Medical and first-aid personnel should be trained in their removal and suitable equipment should be readily available. In the event of chemical exposure, begin eye irrigation immediately and remove contact lens as soon as practicable. Lens should be removed at the first signs of eye redness or irritation - lens should be removed in a clean environment only after workers have washed hands thoroughly. [CDC NIOSH Current Intelligence Bulletin 59].
Wear chemical protective gloves, eg. PVC. Wear safety footwear or safety gumboots, eg. Rubber.
· Overalls. · P.V.C. apron. · Barrier cream. · Skin cleansing cream. · Eye wash unit. The local concentration of material, quantity and conditions of use determine the type of personal protective equipment required. For further information consult site specific CHEMWATCH data (if available), or your Occupational Health and Safety Advisor.
General exhaust is adequate under normal operating conditions. If risk of overexposure exists, wear SAA approved respirator. Correct fit is essential to obtain adequate protection. Provide adequate ventilation in warehouse or closed storage areas.
Brown pasty liquid with a characteristic odour; does not mix with water.
Does not mix with water.
Floats on water.
Molecular Weight: Not Applicable Boiling Range (ºC): ~100 Melting Range (ºC): Not Available Specific Gravity (water=1): 0.93 Solubility in water (g/L): Immiscible pH (as supplied): Not Available pH (1% solution): Not Available Vapour Pressure (kPa): Not Available Volatile Component (%vol): Not Available Evaporation Rate: Not Available Relative Vapour Density (air=1): Not Available Flash Point (ºC): ~200 Lower Explosive Limit (%): Not Available Upper Explosive Limit (%): Not Available Autoignition Temp (ºC): Not Available Decomposition Temp (ºC): Not Available State: Free-flowing Paste Viscosity: Not Available
· Presence of incompatible materials.
· Product is considered stable.
· Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.
The material has NOT been classified by EC Directives or other classification
systems as "harmful by ingestion". This is because of the lack of corroborating
animal or human evidence. The material may still be damaging to the health of
the individual, following ingestion, especially where pre-existing organ (eg.
liver, kidney) damage is evident. Present definitions of harmful or toxic
substances are generally based on doses producing mortality rather than those
producing morbidity (disease, ill-health). Gastrointestinal tract discomfort may
produce nausea and vomiting. In an occupational setting however, ingestion of
insignificant quantities is not thought to be cause for concern.
Although the liquid is not thought to be an irritant (as classified by EC
Directives), direct contact with the eye may produce transient discomfort
characterised by tearing or conjunctival redness (as with windburn).
The material is not thought to produce adverse health effects or skin irritation
following contact (as classified by EC Directives using animal models).
Nevertheless, good hygiene practice requires that exposure be kept to a minimum
and that suitable gloves be used in an occupational setting.
Inhalation hazard is increased at higher temperatures.
Not normally a hazard due to non-volatile nature of product.
Inhalation of oil droplets/ aerosols may cause discomfort and may produce
chemical pneumonitis.
Oil may contact the skin or be inhaled. Extended exposure can lead to eczema,
inflammation of hair follicles, pigmentation of the face and warts on the soles
of the feet. There are few systemic effects, but prolonged exposure may lead to
a higher incidence of lung scarring.
MINERAL OIL: Toxicity and Irritation data is related to chemical components and varies as does the composition and source of the original crude. A small but definite risk of occupational skin cancer occurs in workers exposed to persistent skin contamination by oils over a period of years. This risk has been attributed to the presence of certain polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) (typified by benz[a]pyrene). Petroleum oils which are solvent refined/extracted or severely hydrotreated, contain very low concentrations of both.
DO NOT discharge into sewer or waterways. Water hazard class 2 (self-assessment): hazardous to water.
· Recycle wherever possible or consult manufacturer for recycling options.
· Consult State Land Waste Authority for disposal.
· Bury or incinerate residue at an approved site.
· Recycle containers if possible, or dispose of in an authorised landfill.
None NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS GOODS:UN,IATA,IMDG
None
mineral oil (CAS No:Not avail): No regulations applicable No data available for mineral oil as CAS: Not avail.
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Issue Date: 19-May-2006
Print Date: 22-May-2006