MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
GASOLINE
(Reformulated ~ Conventional)
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SECTION 1 - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION 24 HOUR EMERGENCY
INFORMATION
GASOLINE Sprague: 603-431-1000
PRODUCT /
93 OCTANE PREMIUM Chemtrec: 800-424-9300
CHEMICAL NAME:
89 OCTANE MID-GRADE
87 OCTANE REGULAR
HMIS / NFPA
FIRE
UNLEADED GASOLINE
PRODUCT / HAZARD RATING
3
REFORMULATED (RFG) GAS
CHEMICAL SYNONYMS:
1 0
CONVENTIONAL GASOLINE 4=EXTREME REACTIVITY
3=SERIOUS
ALIPHATIC AND AROMATIC
CHEMICAL FAMILY / 2=MODERATE
OTHER
PETROLEUM HYDROCARBONS
FORMULA: 1=SLIGHT
MIXTURE 0=MINIMAL
HEALTH
BLENDED MOTOR FUEL
MATERIAL USE OR
OCCURRENCE:
SECTION 2 - INGREDIENTS
COMPONENT % C.A.S. NO. OSHA PEL OSHA ACGIH TLV OTHER
STEL
0 - 2.0 71-43-2 1 10
Benzene
0 - <99.9 8006-61-9 300 300
Light Petroleum Distillate
50
Cumene 0 - <1 98-82-8 50
100
Ethyl Benzene 0 - <5 100-41-4 100
0 - 30 108-88-3 100 TWA/150STEL 50
Toluene
100
Xylene 0 - 25 1330-20-7 100 TWA/150STEL
10
0-5 91-20-3 10
Naphthalene
110-82-7 300 300
Cyclohexane 0-9
O Hexane (all isomers) 0-1 NA 500 500
25 25
1,2,4 Trimethyl Benzene 0-5 95-63-6
0-9 75-28-5 800 TWA ppm 800 TWA ppm
Butane
600
Pentane 0-2 109660 600
75-65-0 100 TWA/150 STEL ppm 100TWA/150STEL
Tert-Butyl Alcohol 0 - 9.9
ppm
1634-04-4 TWA 100 ppm STEL 150 ppm
Methyl-Tert-Butyl Ether 0 - <15
0 - 17 994-05-8 N/A N/A
Tert-Amyl Methyl Ether
SECTION 3 - PHYSICAL DATA
100%
BOILING POINT: % VOLATILITY BY VOLUME:
100?430癋 (38?-221癈)
325 - 525 (mmHg @ 20癈) <4
VAPOR PRESSURE: VAPOR DENSITY (AIR = 1):
Slight
SPECIFIC GRAVITY SOLUBILITY IN WATER:
0.74 @15癈 where (H20 = 1):
EVAPORATION RATE (n-butyl acetate = 1): Rapid and varies
APPEARANCE & ODOR: Colorless liquid. Gasoline odor.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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SECTION 4 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
AUTOIGNITION TEMP: 536 癋 (280癈)
FLASH POINT: -40癋 (- 40癈) (Tag. Closed Cup)
FLAMMABILITY LIMITS IN AIR (% BY VOL.) LEL: 1.5 UEL: 7.6
EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM: Foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, and water fog.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Evacuate area. For large spills, fire-fighting foam is the preferred agent and should be
applied in sufficient quantities to blanket the gasoline surface. Water spray may be used to flush spill away from exposures, but good judgment
should be practiced to prevent spreading of the gasoline into sewers, streams or drinking water supplies. If a leak or spill has not ignited, apply a
foam blanket to suppress the release of vapors. If foam is not available, a water spray curtain can be used to disperse vapors and to protect
personnel attempting to stop the leak.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE. Do not store or pour near sources of ignition. Do not
pressurize, cut, heat, weld, or expose to sources of ignition. Vapors are heavier than air and may travel a considerable distance to a source of
ignition and flash back. Do not mix or store with strong oxidants. Bond and ground all containers/transfers.
SECTION 5 - HEALTH DATA
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS
Central nervous system depressant. Chronic exposure to the component benzene may result in adverse
INHALATION
May cause headaches and irritation to effects of the blood including anemia, decreased white blood cell
the nose, throat, and lungs. count, decreased platelets, aplastic anemia and leukemia. In
addition, chronic inhalation of vapors of the component benzene may
cause fatigue, nervousness, irritability, blurred vision and labored
breathing. Chronic inhalation of the n-hexane vapors, a component
of this material, may result in severe degeneration of the peripheral
nervous system. Epidemiological studies have reported anxiety and
asthmatic bronchitis among workers chronically exposed to isomers
of trimethylbenzene.
May cause irritation and burning of the Chronic effects of ingestion and subsequent aspiration of this product
INGESTION
gastrointestinal tract (mouth, throat, into the lungs may include pneumatocele (lung cavity) formation and
and stomach). May cause nausea, chronic lung dysfunction.
vomiting, diarrhea, and restlessness.
May cause irritation, drying, and Prolonged and repeated contact with the skin may cause redness,
SKIN
cracking of the skin. May cause blistering, dryness, lesions and/or scaly dermatitis.
CONTACT
dermatitis.
Irritation of the eye Symptoms of chronic exposure resemble those of acute exposure
EYE CONTACT
FIRST AID PROCEDURES
INHALATION: Remove from vapor to fresh air. If breathing has stopped give artificial respiration. Maintain airway
and blood pressure and administer oxygen if available. Keep affected person warm and at rest. Qualified personnel
should perform administration of oxygen. Get medical attention immediately.
INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. When vomiting
occurs, keep persons head lower than heart to prevent pulmonary aspiration. Get medical attention immediately. If
less than ?pint (liter) ingested, immediately give 1-2 glasses of water and call a physician. Ingestion in small
quantities is not expected to be a problem.
SKIN CONTACT: Wash affected area with soap or mild detergent and large amounts of water until no evidence of
chemical remains (approximately 15-20 minutes). If irritation develops, seek medical aid. Remove fuel soaked
clothing and launder before reuse.
EYE CONTACT: Flush eyes immediately with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids until no
evidence of chemical remains (approximately 15-20 minutes). If irritation develops, seek medical aid.
Gasoline and Refinery Streams: Studies conducted by the American Petroleum Institute examined a reference
TOXICOLOGICAL
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unleaded gasoline for mutagenic, teratogenic and sensitization potential; no evidence of these hazards was found.
DATA
However, isolated constituents of gasoline may display these or other potential hazards in laboratory tests. There
were no significant adverse effects in three-month subchronic inhalation studies in rats or monkeys, or in a two-year
skin cancer study in mice. Studies with laboratory concentrations over a prolonged period of time caused kidney
damage and kidney cancer in male rats and liver cancer in female mice. There was no evidence of significant
adverse systemic or reproductive effects for light catalytic cracked napthas and reformed napthas. Components:
Gasoline consists of a complex blend of petroleum/processing derived paraffinic, olefinic, napthenic and aromatic
hydrocarbons which include up to 5% benzene (with 1-2% typical in the U.S.), n-hexane, mixed zylenes, toluene,
ethylbenzene and trimethyl benzene. Repeated exposures to low levels of benzene have been reported to result in
blood abnormalities including anemia and, in rare cases, leukemia in both animals and humans. Prolonged
exposure to n-hexane may result in nervous system damage, including numbness of the extremities and, in extreme
cases, paralysis. The adverse effects associated with these components have not been observed in studies with
gasoline or the refinery streams from which it is formulated. Generally, human exposures to gasoline vapors are
considerably less than those used in the animal toxicity studies. As far as scientists know, low level or infrequent
exposures to gasoline vapors are unlikely to be associated with cancer of other serious diseases in humans.
SECTION 6 - REACTIVITY DATA
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
STABILITY:
Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Avoid build-up of static electricity. May be ignited by heat, sparks, or flame.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Vapors may travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Vapor explosion
hazard indoors, outdoors, or in sewers.
May explode or react violently when exposed to oxidizing materials. Avoid
INCOMPATIBLES:
halogens, strong acids and alkalies.
Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, and hydrocarbons.
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
SECTION 7 - SPECIAL PROTECTION
Use with adequate ventilation. Use approved respiratory protection, for large
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
spills or when conducting work in confined spaces.
Use in well ventilated area with local exhaust ventilation. Ventilation required
VENTILATION:
and equipment must be explosion proof. Use away from all ignition sources.
If splash with liquid is possible, wear chemical type goggles.
EYE PROTECTION:
Neoprene, PVC
PROTECTIVE GLOVES:
Employee must wear appropriate impervious clothing and equipment to
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact with this substance.
OR EQUIPMENT:
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SECTION 8 - SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
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SAFE NEVER SIPHON GASOLINE BY MOUTH.
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HANDLING: GASOLINE SHOULD NOT BE USED AS A SOLVENT OR CLEANING AGENT.
? USE NON-SPARKING TOOLS AND EXPLOSION-PROOF EQUIPMENT.
? AVOID CONTACT WITH SKIN. AVOID INHALATION OF VAPORS OR MISTS.
? USE IN WELL VENTILATED AREA AWAY FROM ALL IGNITION SOURCES.
? PORTABLE CONTAINERS APPROVED FOR STORING FUEL MUST BE PLACED ON THE
GROUND AND THE NOZZLE MUST STAY IN CONTACT WITH THE CONTAINER WHEN
FILLING TO PREVENT BUILD-UP AND DISCHARGE OF STATIC ELECTRICITY.
STORAGE: ? DRUMS AND STORAGE CONTAINERS MUST BE GROUNDED AND BONDED AND
EQUIPPED WITH SELF-CLOSING VALVES, PRESSURE VACUUM BUNGS AND FLAME
ARRESTERS. STORE AWAY FROM ALL IGNITION SOURCES IN A COOL AREA
EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC SPRINKLING SYSTEM. OUTSIDE OR DETACHED
STORAGE PREFERRED.
DANGER, EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR! Shut off ignition sources (no
SPILL AND
smoking, shut off flames or flares in hazard area). Isolate hazard area and restrict entry. Run-off
LEAK
may create a fire and explosion hazard in storm drains and sewer systems. If properly trained,
PROCEDURES:
proceed with the following measures:
1. For small spills, take up with sand or other absorbent material and place into containers for later
disposal; and,
2. For large spills, dike far ahead of spill to prevent entrance into watercourses and/or ground
water. Observe local, state, and federal governmental regulations.
1. Under EPA RCRA (40 CFR 261.21) If this product becomes a waste material intended for
WASTE
disposal, it would be ignitable hazardous waste (waste code number D001).
DISPOSAL
2. It may also have TCLP benzene concentration greater than 0.5 PPM, and it would be considered
METHOD
a toxic waste (waste code number D018). Refer to latest EPA and State regulations regarding
proper disposal.
SECTION 9 - DOT HAZARDOUS MATERIAL INFORMATION
PROPER DOT SHIPPING NAME: LABEL: REQUIRED
GASOLINE; 3; UN 1203, PGII FLAMMABLE LIQUID PLACARDING:
FLAMMABLE / UN
1203
HAZARD CLASS: PACKING GROUP N.A/U.N. NUMBER: UN 1203 RQ:
CLASS 3 (Flammable liquid) (Note, Emergency Response Guide #128)
(P.G.): II N/A
SECTION 10 - EPA SARA TITLE III INFORMATION
SECTION 311/312 ACUTE: YES CHRONIC: YES
HAZARD CLASSIFICATION: FIRE: YES PRESSURE: NO REACTIVE: NO
SECTION 11 - REMARKS
This product contains no "extremely hazardous substances". The product does contain components that may require
reporting under SARA (313) Toxic Release. Please refer to section 2 Ingredients and associated component
concentrations.
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SECTION 12 - ADDITIONAL REGULATORY DATA
PRECAUTIONARY LABEL TEXT:
CONTAINS GASOLINE DANGER! FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY!
EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE. MAY CAUSE EYE, SKIN,
NOSE, THROAT AND LUNG IRRITATION, DIZZINESS, NAUSEA, LOSS OF CONSCIOUSNESS. LOW VISCOSITY
MATERIAL-IF SWALLOWED MAY BE ASPIRATED AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL LUNG DAMAGE.
LONG-TERM EXPOSURE TO GASOLINE VAPOR HAS CAUSED KIDNEY AND LIVER CANCER IN LABORATORY
ANIMALS.
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Avoid all personal contact. Avoid prolonged breathing of vapor.
Keep container closed. Use with adequate ventilation. Misuse of gasoline may cause serious injury or illness.
For use as a motor fuel only. Not to be used as a solvent or skin cleaning agent. Never siphon by mouth.
FIRST AID: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-
mouth. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician immediately. In case of contact, immediately
wash skin with soap and plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing. Call a physician if symptoms occur.
Wash clothing before reuse. If swallowed, seek immediate medical attention. Do not induce vomiting. Only
induce vomiting at the instruction of a physician. Do not induce vomiting or give any thing by mouth to an
unconscious person.
The information contained herein is based on data available at this time and is believed to be accurate. However, no
warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of these data or the results to be obtained from the use
thereof. Since information contained herein may be applied under conditions beyond our control and with which we
may be unfamiliar, no responsibility is assumed for the results of its use. The person receiving this information shall
make his own determination of the suitability of the material for his particular purposes.
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