1/27/09 GROWMARK, Inc.
2200 South Avenue
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
800-798-6457
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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PRODUCT NAME: United Synthetic Trans 50w
PRODUCT CODE: 5800
Product and Technical Information: 800-798-6457
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2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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CHEMICAL NAMES AND SYNONYMS: SYN. HYDROCARBONS AND ADDITIVES
GLOBALLY REPORTABLE MSDS INGREDIENTS: None
OTHER INGREDIENTS:
Substance Name Approx. Wt%
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ALKYLATED DIPHENYL AMINES 1-5
(68411-46-1)
See Section 8 for exposure limits (if applicable).
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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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Under normal conditions of use, this product is not considered
hazardous according to regulatory guidelines (See section 15).
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Amber Liquid. DOT ERG No. : NA
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS: Under normal conditions of intended use,
this product does not pose a risk to health. Excessive exposure
may result in eye, skin or respiratory irritation.
For further health effects/toxicological data, see Section 11.
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
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EYE CONTACT: Flush thoroughly with water. If irritation occurs, call
a physician.
SKIN CONTACT: Wash contact areas with soap and water. Remove and
clean oil soaked clothing daily and wash affected area. (See
Section 16 - Injection Injury)
INHALATION: Not expected to be a problem. However, if respiratory
irritation, dizziness, nausea, or unconsciousness occurs due to
excessive vapor or mist exposure, seek immediate medical
assistance. If breathing has stopped, assist ventilation with a
mechanical device or mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
INGESTION: Not expected to be a problem. Seek medical attention if
discomfort occurs. Do not induce vomiting.
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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
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EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Carbon dioxide, foam, dry chemical and water fog.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Water or foam may cause frothing.
Use water to keep fire exposed containers cool. Water spray may
be used to flush spills away from exposure. Prevent runoff from
fire control or dilution from entering streams, sewers, or
drinking water supply.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: For fires in enclosed areas, fire
fighters must use self-contained breathing apparatus.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None.
COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: Fumes, smoke, carbon monoxide, sulfur oxides,
aldehydes and other decomposition products, in the case of
incomplete combustion.
Flash Point C(F): > 220(428) (ASTM D-93).
Flammable Limits (approx.% vol.in air) - LEL: 0.9%, UEL: 7.0%
NFPA HAZARD ID: Health: 0, Flammability: 1, Reactivity: 0
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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PROCEDURES IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
LAND SPILL: Shut off source taking normal safety precautions. Take
measures to minimize the effects on ground water. Recover by
pumping or contain spilled material with sand or other suitable
absorbent and remove mechanically into containers. If necessary,
dispose of adsorbed residues as directed in Section 13.
WATER SPILL: Confine the spill immediately with booms.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Prevent material from entering sewers,
water sources or low lying areas; advise the relevant authorities
if it has, or if it contaminates soil/vegetation.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: See Section 8
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
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HANDLING: No special precautions are necessary beyond normal good
hygiene practices. See Section 8 for additional personal
protection advice when handling this product.
STORAGE: Keep containers closed when not in use. Do not store in open
or unlabelled containers. Store away from strong oxidizing
agents and combustible materials. Do not store near heat,
sparks, flame or strong oxidants.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS: Prevent small spills and leakages to avoid slip
hazard.
EMPTY CONTAINER WARNING: Empty containers retain residue (liquid
and/or vapor) and can be dangerous. DO NOT PRESSURIZE, CUT, WELD,
BRAZE, SOLDER, DRILL, GRIND OR EXPOSE SUCH CONTAINERS TO HEAT,
FLAME, SPARKS, STATIC ELECTRICITY, OR OTHER SOURCES OF IGNITION;
THEY MAY EXPLODE AND CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH. Do not attempt to
refill or clean container since residue is difficult to remove.
Empty drums should be completely drained, properly bunged and
promptly returned to a drum reconditioner. All containers should
be disposed of in an environmentally safe manner and in
accordance with governmental regulations.
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
When mists/aerosols can occur, the following are recommended: 5 mg/m3
(as oil mist)-ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV), 10 mg/m3(as oil mist)-
ACGIH Short Term Exposure Limit (STEL), 5 mg/m3 (as oil mist) - OSHA
Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL)
VENTILATION: If mists are generated, use adequate ventilation, local
exhaust or enclosures to control below exposure limits.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: If mists are generated, and/or when
ventilation is not adequate, wear approved respirator.
EYE PROTECTION: If eye contact is likely, safety glasses with side
shields or chemical type goggles should be worn.
SKIN PROTECTION: Not normally required. When splashing or liquid
contact can occur frequently, wear oil resistant gloves and/or
other protective clothing. Good personal hygiene practices
should always be followed.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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Typical physical properties are given below:
APPEARANCE: Liquid
COLOR: Amber
ODOR: Mild
ODOR THRESHOLD-ppm: NE
pH: NA
BOILING POINT C(F): > 316(600)
MELTING POINT C(F): NA
FLASH POINT C(F): > 220(428) (ASTM D-93)
FLAMMABILITY (solids): NE
AUTO FLAMMABILITY: NA
EXPLOSIVE PROPERTIES: NA
OXIDIZING PROPERTIES: NA
VAPOR PRESSURE-mmHg 20 C: < 0.1
VAPOR DENSITY: > 2.0
EVAPORATION RATE: NE
RELATIVE DENSITY, 15/4 C: 0.874
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Negligible
PARTITION COEFFICIENT: > 3.5
VISCOSITY AT 40 C, cSt: 140.0
VISCOSITY AT 100 C, cSt: 17.5
POUR POINT C(F): -45(-49)
FREEZING POINT C(F): NE
VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUND: NE
DMSO EXTRACT, IP-346 (WT.%): <3, for mineral oil only
NA=NOT APPLICABLE NE=NOT ESTABLISHED D=DECOMPOSES
FOR FURTHER TECHNICAL INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR MARKETING
REPRESENTATIVE
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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STABILITY (THERMAL, LIGHT, ETC.): Stable.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Extreme heat and high energy sources of ignition.
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): Strong oxidizers.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Product does not decompose at
ambient temperatures.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL DATA
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---ACUTE TOXICOLOGY---
ORAL TOXICITY (RATS): Practically non-toxic (LD50: greater than 2000
mg/kg). ---Based on testing of similar products and/or the
components.
DERMAL TOXICITY (RABBITS): Practically non-toxic (LD50: greater than
2000 mg/kg). ---Based on testing of similar products and/or the
components.
INHALATION TOXICITY (RATS): Practically non-toxic (LC50: greater
than 5 mg/l). ---Based on testing of similar products and/or the
components.
EYE IRRITATION (RABBITS): Practically non-irritating. (Draize score:
greater than 6 but 15 or less). ---Based on testing of similar
products and/or the components.
SKIN IRRITATION (RABBITS): Practically non-irritating. (Primary
Irritation Index: greater than 0.5 but less than 3). ---Based
on testing of similar products and/or the components.
OTHER ACUTE TOXICITY DATA: Although an acute inhalation study was not
performed with this product, a variety of mineral and synthetic
oils, such as those in this product, have been tested. These
samples had virtually no effect other than a nonspecific
inflammatory response in the lung to the aerosolized mineral oil.
The presence of additives in other tested formulations (in
approximately the same amounts as in the present formulation) did
not alter the observed effects.
---SUBCHRONIC TOXICOLOGY (SUMMARY)---
No significant adverse effects were found in studies using repeated
dermal applications of similar formulations to the skin of
laboratory animals for 13 weeks at doses significantly higher
than those expected during normal industrial exposure. The
animals were evaluated extensively for effects of exposure
(hematology, serum chemistry, urinalysis, organ weights,
microscopic examination of tissues etc.).
---REPRODUCTIVE TOXICOLOGY (SUMMARY)---
No teratogenic effects would be expected from dermal exposure, based
on laboratory developmental toxicity studies of major components
in this formulation and/or materials of similar composition.
---CHRONIC TOXICOLOGY (SUMMARY)---
Repeated and/or prolonged exposure may cause irritation to the skin,
eyes or respiratory tract. Overexposure to oil mist may result
in oil droplet deposition and/or granuloma formation. For
mineral base oils: Base oils in this product are severely
solvent refined and/or severely hydrotreated. Chronic mouse skin
painting studies of severely treated oils showed no evidence of
carcinogenic effects. These results are confirmed on a
continuing basis using various screening methods such as Modified
Ames Test, IP-346, and/or other analytical methods. For
synthetic base oils: The base oils in this product have been
tested in the Ames assay and other tests of mutagenicity with
negative results. These base oils are not expected to be
carcinogenic with chronic dermal exposures.
---SENSITIZATION (SUMMARY)---
Not expected to be sensitizing based on tests of this product,
components, or similar products.
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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ENVIRONMENTAL FATE AND EFFECTS:
In the absence of specific environmental data for this product,
this assessment is based on information for representative
products. When released into the environment, adsorption to
sediment and soil will be the predominant behavior. Available
ecotoxicity data (LL50 >1000 mg/L) indicates that adverse effects
to aquatic organisms are not expected from this product.
Bioaccumulation is unlikely due to the very low water solubility
of this product, therefore bioavailability to aquatic organisms
is minimal. This product is expected to be inherently
biodegradable.
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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WASTE DISPOSAL: Product is suitable for burning in an enclosed,
controlled burner for fuel value. Such burning may be limited
pursuant to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. In
addition, the product is suitable for processing by an approved
recycling facility or can be disposed of at an appropriate
government waste disposal facility. Use of these methods is
subject to user compliance with applicable laws and regulations
and consideration of product characteristics at time of disposal.
RCRA INFORMATION: The unused product, in our opinion, is not
specifically listed by the EPA as a hazardous waste (40 CFR,
Part 261D), nor is it formulated to contain materials which
are listed hazardous wastes. It does not exhibit the hazardous
characteristics of ignitability, corrosivity, or reactivity. The
unused product is not formulated with substances covered by the
Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP). However, used
product may be regulated.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
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USA DOT: NOT REGULATED BY USA DOT.
RID/ADR: NOT REGULATED BY RID/ADR.
IMO: NOT REGULATED BY IMO.
IATA: NOT REGULATED BY IATA.
STATIC ACCUMULATOR (50 picosiemens or less): YES
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
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US OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD: When used for its intended
purposes, this product is not classified as hazardous in
accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200.
EU Labeling: Product is not dangerous as defined by the European Union
Dangerous Substances/Preparations Directives. EU labeling not
required.
Governmental Inventory Status: All components comply with TSCA,
EINECS/ELINCS and AICS.
U.S. Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Title III:
This product contains no "EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES".
SARA (311/312) REPORTABLE HAZARD CATEGORIES: None.
This product contains the following SARA (313) Toxic Release
Chemicals:
CHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER CONC.
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ZINC DITHIOPHOSPHATE 68649-42-3 1.3%
The following product ingredients are cited on the lists below:
CHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER LIST CITATIONS
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ZINC (ELEMENTAL ANALYSIS) (0.16%) 7440-66-6 22
CHLORINE (ELEMENTAL ANALYSIS) 7782-50-5 22
(0.01%)
ZINC DITHIOPHOSPHATE (1.35%) 68649-42-3 18, 20, 21, 22,
24,
25
--- REGULATORY LISTS SEARCHED ---
1=ACGIH ALL 6=IARC 1 11=TSCA 4 16=CA P65 CARC 21=LA RTK
2=ACGIH A1 7=IARC 2A 12=TSCA 5a2 17=CA P65 REPRO 22=MI 293
3=ACGIH A2 8=IARC 2B 13=TSCA 5e 18=CA RTK 23=MN RTK
4=NTP CARC 9=OSHA CARC 14=TSCA 6 19=FL RTK 24=NJ RTK
5=NTP SUS 10=OSHA Z 15=TSCA 12b 20=IL RTK 25=PA RTK
26=RI RTK
Code key: CARC=Carcinogen; SUS=Suspected Carcinogen; REPRO=Reproductive
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
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USE: MANUAL TRANSMISSION OIL
Health studies have shown that many hydrocarbons pose potential human
health risks which may vary from person to person. Information provided
on this MSDS reflects intended use. This product should not be used for
other applications. In any case, the following advice should be
considered:
INJECTION INJURY WARNING: If product is injected into or under the
skin,or into any part of the body, regardless of the appearance of the
wound or its size, the individual should be evaluated immediately by a
physician as a surgical emergency. Even though initial symptoms from
high pressure injection may be minimal or absent, early surgical
treatment within the first few hours may significantly reduce the
ultimate extent of injury.
INDUSTRIAL LABEL
Under normal conditions of intended use, this product does not pose a
risk to health. Excessive exposure may result in eye, skin or
respiratory irritation. Always observe good hygiene measures. First
Aid: Wash skin with soap and water. Flush eyes with water. If
overcome by fumes or vapor, remove to fresh air. If ingested do not
induce vomiting. If symptoms persist seek medical assistance. Read
and understand the MSDS before using this product.
Inquiries regarding MSDS should be directed to:
GROWMARK, INC.
Manager, Safety and Insurance Services
1701 Towanda Avenue
Bloomington, IL 61702
309-557-6000
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