ICSC 1381 - MEDIUM ALIPHATIC SOLVENT NAPHTHA (PETROLEUM)

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MEDIUM ALIPHATIC SOLVENT NAPHTHA (PETROLEUM)	ICSC: 1381 (March 2001)
White spirit type 0, regular flash point Straight run kerosine Straight run white spirit

CAS #: 64742-88-7

UN #: 1268

EC Number: 265-191-7

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Flammable. Above 38°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.	NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Above 38°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.	Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, powder, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Dizziness. Headache. Drowsiness. Nausea. Cough. Unconsciousness.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Dry skin.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness.	Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Cough. Diarrhoea. Sore throat. Vomiting. Further see Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention . See Notes.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic vapours of low boiling point adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Ventilation. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 3; UN Pack Group: III
STORAGE
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants. Well closed.
PACKAGING

MEDIUM ALIPHATIC SOLVENT NAPHTHA (PETROLEUM)

ICSC: 1381

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible. Chemical dangers Reacts with strong oxidants. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Attacks some forms of plastic and rubber.	Boiling point: 138-178°C Melting point: -48 - -26°C Density: 0.75-0.82 g/cm³ Solubility in water: none Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.2-0.6 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.0 Flash point: 38-60°C c.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 229-260°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 0.6-6.5

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers
The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible.

Chemical dangers
Reacts with strong oxidants. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Attacks some forms of plastic and rubber.

Boiling point: 138-178°C
Melting point: -48 - -26°C
Density: 0.75-0.82 g/cm³
Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.2-0.6
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.0
Flash point: 38-60°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 229-260°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 0.6-6.5

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The vapour is mildly irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. Exposure to high concentrations of vapour could cause unconsciousness. If this liquid is swallowed, aspiration into the lungs may result in chemical pneumonitis.	Inhalation risk A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C; on spraying or dispersing, however, much faster. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking. The substance may have effects on the central nervous system and liver. This may result in impaired functions. See Notes.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The vapour is mildly irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. Exposure to high concentrations of vapour could cause unconsciousness. If this liquid is swallowed, aspiration into the lungs may result in chemical pneumonitis.

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C; on spraying or dispersing, however, much faster.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking. The substance may have effects on the central nervous system and liver. This may result in impaired functions. See Notes.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
Environmental effects from the substance have not been investigated adequately.

NOTES
This is a mixture of n- and iso-paraffins, aromatic hydrocarbons and naphthenes. The contents of benzene is less than 0.1 % by volume. Depending on the raw material and the production processes, the composition and physical properties of this solvent can vary considerably. The symptoms of chemical pneumonitis do not become manifest until a few hours or even a few days have passed. See ICSC 0361.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: Xn; R: 65; S: (2)-23-24-62; Note: H

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