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Material Safety Data Sheet
1 Company Identification
Innospec Fuel Specialties Product information 1-800-441-9547
8375 S. Willow Street In Case of Emergency
Littleton, CO 80124 Call Chemtrec 1-800-424-9300
2 Composition / Ingredient Information
Material CAS Number %
Proprietary Ingredients............................................. ................................................... 1-20
Isopropanol .............................................................. 67-63-0 .................................... 30-50
2-Ethylhexanol ......................................................... 104-76-7 ..................................... <10
Light Ends of Polyethylbenzene Residue ................ 178535-25-6 ............................ 50-70
(Triethylbenzene) ......................................... 102-25-0 ................................(10-15)
*(Naphthalene) ............................................. 91-20-3 .......................................(<3)
*Disclosure as a toxic chemical is required under Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments
and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR part 372.
3 Hazardous Identification
Potential Health Effects
Eye contact with the product ingredients may cause eye irritation with discomfort, tearing, or blurring of
vision. Direct exposure may cause skin irritation (redness, swelling). A single prolonged exposure may
result in the material being absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts.
In general, overexposure to high atmospheric concentrations of alkyl-substituted aromatics may produce
central nervous system depression, headache, dizziness, incoordination, nausea and loss of appetite.
Aspiration (liquid enters the lung), may cause lung damage due to chemical pneumonia, a condition
caused by petroleum-like solvents.
Minute amounts of petroleum hydrocarbons aspirated into the lungs during ingestion or vomiting may
cause mild to severe pulmonary injury and possible death.
Individuals with preexisting diseases of the kidneys or liver may have increased susceptibility to the
toxicity of excessive exposures.
Overexposure by inhalation to Isopropanol may include irritation of the upper respiratory passages, with
coughing and discomfort. Ingestion can cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and loss of
consciousness. Inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact may initially include nonspecific discomfort, such as
nausea, headache, and abdominal pain, flushing of the face, hypotension, or weakness. Higher
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exposures to Isopropanol may lead to temporary nervous system depression with anesthetic effects such
as dizziness, headache, confusion, incoordination, and loss of consciousness or fatality from gross
overexposure. There are rare inconclusive reports of human sensitization to Isopropanol.
Carcinogenicity Information
Naphthalene has been classified by the Internal Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) as possibly
carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B). This IARC classification was based upon limited evidence of
carcinogenicity to animals and inadequate evidence of carcinogenicity to humans.
4 First Aid Measures
Inhalation
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Call a physician.
Skin Contact
Flush skin with water after contact. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Eye Contact
In case of contact immediately, flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.
Ingestion
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Allow victim to rinse his mouth and then to drink 2-4 cupfuls of
water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician.
Notes to Physicians
Activated charcoal mixture may be administered. To prepare activated charcoal mixture, suspend 50
grams activated charcoal in 400-ml water and mix thoroughly. Administer 5 ml/kg or 350 ml for an
average adult.
Because of the danger of aspiration, emesis or gastric lavage should not be employed unless the risk is
justified by the presence of additional toxic substances. Activated charcoal may induce vomiting, but may
be given after emesis or lavage to absorb toxic additives. Steroid therapy in mild to moderate cases does
not improve outcome. Bacterial pneumonia often occurs after exposure, but prophylactic antibiotics are
not indicated and should be reserved for documented bacterial pneumonia.
5 Fire Fighting Measures
Flammable Properties
Flash Point ................ 58癋 (14癈)
Method ...................... PMCC
Flammable Liquid
Extinguishing Media
Water Spray, Foam, Dry Chemical, CO2.
Fire Fighting Instructions
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear full protective equipment.
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6 Accidental Release Measures
Note: Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING (PERSONNEL) SECTIONS before
proceeding with clean up. Use appropriate PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean up.
Soak up with sawdust, sand, oil dry or other absorbent material. Remove source of heat, sparks, flame,
impact, friction, or electricity. Dike spill. Prevent material from entering sewers, waterways, or low areas.
Spill Clean-Up
Soak up with sawdust, sand, oil dry or other absorbent material.
Accidental Release Measures
Spills are very slippery and should be cleaned up promptly. Unless released material is cleaned up
immediately for reprocessing, recycling, or reuse, a release of 100 lbs. may trigger the reporting
requirements of CERCLA Section 103.
7 Handling and Storage
Handling (Personnel)
Avoid breathing vapors or mist. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Handling (Physical Aspects)
Keep away from heat, sparks and flames.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in accordance with National Fire
Protection Association recommendations.
8 Exposure Controls
Engineering Controls
Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eye/Face Protection
Wear coverall chemical splash goggles or safety glasses.
Respirators
Where there is potential for airborne exposures in excess of applicable limits, wear
NIOSH/MSHA approved respiratory protection.
Protective Clothing
Where there is potential for skin contact have available and wear as appropriate
Impervious gloves, apron, pants, hood and jacket.
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Exposure Limits
Isopropanol:
PEL (OSHA) ..................................................400 ppm, 980 mg/m3, 8 hr, TWA
TLV (ACGIH) .................................................200 ppm, 8 hr, TWA
STEL 400 ppm, A4,
AEL* (Octel Starreon) ...................................400 ppm, 8 & 12 hr., TWA
2-Ethylhexanol:
PEL (OSHA) ..................................................None established
TLV (ACGIH) .................................................None established
AEL* (Innospec Fuel Specialties) .................20 ppm, 8 hr, TWA
Naphthalene:
PEL (OSHA)..................................................10 ppm, 50 mg/m3, 8 hr. TWA
TLV (ACGIH).................................................10 ppm, 52 mg/m3, 8 hr TWA, Skin; A4
STEL 15 ppm, 79 mg/m3, A4
AEL* (Innospec Fuel Specialties) .................None established
The "skin" notation following the exposure guideline refers to the potential for dermal absorption of the
material. It is intended to alert the reader that inhalation may not be the only route of exposure and that
measures to minimize dermal exposure should be considered
* AEL is Innospec Fuel Specialties' acceptable exposure limit. Where governmentally imposed
occupational exposure limits which are lower than the AEL are in effect, such limits shall take precedence.
9 Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical Data
Appearance............... Pale amber
Form.......................... Liquid
Odor .......................... Aromatic
Specific Gravity ......... 0.855 @ 60/60癋 (16/16癈)
Density ...................... 7.12 lbs./gal. @ 60癋 (16癈)
Solubility in water ...... 30-50 wt%
10 Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability
Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions.
Incompatibility
None reasonably foreseeable.
Decomposition
Will not occur.
Polymerization
Will not occur.
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11 Toxicological Information
Animal Data
Isopropanol:
Inhalation 4 hours LC50........................................... 16,000 ppm in rats
Skin absorption LD50............................................... 16.37 ml/kg
(c.12,900 mg/kg)
Oral LD50................................................................. 4,700 mg/kg in rats
Naphthalene:
Inhalation 15 minute LC50: ...................................... >0.34 mg/L in rats
Skin Absorption LD50: ............................................. 10,000 mg/kg in rabbits
Oral LD50:................................................................ 1,780 mg/kg in rats
2-Ethylhexanol:
Inhalation 6 hour LC50............................................. >2,000 ppm in rats
Skin absorption LD50............................................... 1,970 mg/kg in rabbits
Oral LD50................................................................. 3,730 mg/kg in rats
Isopropyl Alcohol is not a skin irritant, is a mild eye irritant, and is untested for animal sensitization. The
effects in animals from single exposure by inhalation include microscopic and morphologic changes of
the epithilial cells of the nose and middle ear mucosa. Repeated exposures resulted in narcosis and
fatty degeneration of the liver. No lung tumors were observed in a long term inhalation exposure. Single
dermal application of a 70% solution showed significant skin absorption. Repeated of the skin. Long
term dermal applications of a 50% solution to the face of rats resulted in no adverse effects. Toxicity
described in animals from single ingestion exposure include narcotic effects. Repeated administration of
approximately 6 g/kg in rats demonstrated no effects on growth or liver weights. Long term
administration of a 1% solution to rats caused effects on body weight gain and growth. Dogs
administered 1300 mg/kg exhibited signs of drunkenness. No adequate animal test reports are available
to define carcinogenic hazards. Continued voluntary drinking of 2.5% aqueous Isopropyl Alcohol
through two successive generations of rats produced no reproductive effects. Developmental toxicity
was observed only at maternally toxic dose levels.
12 Ecological Information
Isopropanol
900-1100 ppm/24 hr/chub/critical range/fresh water
96 hour LC50, fathead minnows: 11,130 mg/L
13 Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal
Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must be in accordance with applicable Federal,
State/Provincial and Local regulations. May be a RCRA hazardous waste due to the ignitability
characteristics.
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14 Shipping Information
DOT
Proper Shipping Name...................... Flammable Liquid, n.o.s. (Isopropanol, 2-Ethylhexanol)
Hazard Class .................................... 3
I.D. No. (UN/NA) ............................... UN 1993
Packing Group .................................. II
Special Information ........................... Flash Point: 14癈
Marine Pollutant .......................... No
DOT Label(s) .................................... Flammable Liquid
IMO
Proper Shipping Name...................... Flammable Liquid, n.o.s. (Isopropanol, 2-Ethylhexanol)
Hazard Class .................................... 3
I.D. No. (UN) ..................................... 1993
Packing Group .................................. II
Special Information ........................... Flash Point: 14癈
Marine Pollutant .......................... No
IMO Label ......................................... Flammable Liquid
Reportable Quantity
Naphthalene...................................... 100 lbs.
Shipping Containers
Steel Drums UN1A1/Y/100
15 US Federal Regulations
TSCA Inventory Status.............. Reported / Included
Title III Hazard Classifications Sections 311, 312
Acute ................................................ Yes
Chronic ............................................. No
Fire ................................................... Yes
Reactivity .......................................... No
Pressure ........................................... No
16 Other Information
NPCA-HMIS Rating
Health........................ 1
Flammability.............. 3
Reactivity .................. 0
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Personal Protection rating to be supplied by user depending on use conditions.
The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the specific material designated herein and
does not relate to use in combination with any other material or in any process.
Responsibility for MSDS: Ann Marie Savini
Innospec Fuel Specialties
Newark, DE 19702
(800) 441-9547 or
(302) 451-1362
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