Material Safety Data Sheet
NFPA / WHMIS Personal Protection DOT/TDG Road/Rail
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Section I. Product Identification and Uses
Common/Trade
Diesel Fuels (Lima)
name
Synonyms Diesel Fuels All Grades, Diesel Fuel No.2, Fuel Oil No.2, CAS # 68476-34-6
High Sulfur Diesel Fuel, Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel, Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel, Off-Road Diesel fuel, Dyed Diesel Fuel, X
Grade Diesel Fuel, X-1 Diesel Fuel
DSL This product is on the
Chemical family Petroleum Hydrocarbon.
Domestic Substances List
(DSL). TSCA (Toxic
Substance Control Act): This
product is listed on the
TSCA Inventory.
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Supplier Husky Lima Refinery, Manufacturer Husky Lima Refinery
1150 South Metcalf Street, 1150 South Metcalf Street
Lima OH, 45804 Lima, OH
403-298-6111 (General Information) 45804
Material uses Motor fuel. Heating fuel.
Section 2. First Aid Measures
Eye contact Flush eyes for at least 15 minutes with clean water. Patch lightly, allowing drainage. Seek medical
attention.
Skin contact Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Seek medical attention if
irritation develops.
Inhalation Protect rescuer. Move exposed person to fresh air. If breathing has stopped apply artificial respiration.
Seek medical attention.
Ingestion If swallowed, do not induce vomiting or give liquids. Seek immediate medical attention.
Section 3. Hazardous Ingredients
ACGIH TLVs (OSHA PELs in Section 7)
TWA TWA STEL STEL CEIL CEIL
Name CAS # % by
(ppm) (Mg/M3) (ppm) (Mg/M3) (ppm) (Mg/M3)
Weight
Diesel Fuel 64742-47-8 n/av 5 n/av n/av n/av n/av 85-95
Naphthalene 64742-46-7 10 52 15 79 n/av n/av 1-3
Xylene 1330-20-7 100 434 150 651 n/av n/av 1-3
Heptane 143-82-5 400 n/av n/av n/av n/av n/av 1-2
Hexane (and isomers) 110-54-3 50 n/av n/av n/av n/av n/av 1-5
Nonane 111-84-2 200 n/av n/av n/av n/av n/av 1-3
Octane (and isomers) 111-65-3 300 n/av n/av n/av n/av n/av 1-2
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Toxicity values of the Naphthalene LD50 490 mg/kg Rat
Nonane LD50 Mouse iv 218 mg/kg
hazardous ingredients
Nonane LC50 Rat inhalation 3200 ppm/4 hr
Heptane LD50 Mouse iv 222 mg/kg
Heptane LC50 Rat inhalation 103 g/cu m/4 hr
Hexane LD50 Rat oral 28,710 mg/kg
Hexane LC50 Rat inhalation 48000 ppm/< 4 hr
Octane LC50 Rat inhalation 118 g/cu m/4 hr
Xylene LD50: 4300 mg/kg (Rat oral)
Xylene LD50: 6700 ppm (Rabbit, dermal)
Section 4. Physical Data
Physical state and Clear to pale yellow liquid that may be dyed red or blue.
appearance
Odor Petroleum Odor Kerosene
pH (1% soln/water) Not applicable.
Odor threshold Not available.
Evaporation rate 0.02
Freezing point Not available.
Boiling point 162癈 to 371癈 (324 癋 to 700 癋)
Specific gravity 0.84 - 0.93 (Water = 1)
Volatility Negligible
Vapor density 3 (Air = 1)
Vapor pressure <0.7 kPa (<5.2 mm Hg) @20癈 (68癋)
Water/oil dist. coeff. Insoluble in water. Soluble in oil.
Solubility Insoluble in cold water.
Molecular Weight Not applicable.
Melting Point -42癈 (pour point)(-44 癋)
Density Not available.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Auto-ignition 257.2癈 (495癋)
temperature
Flash points CLOSED CUP: 51.67癈 - 87.78癈 (PMCC) (125.0癋 - 190.0癋)
Flammable limits Lower 0.4% Upper 8%
Extinguishing Media Use DRY chemicals, CO2, or foam to extinguish fire. Water may not be an effective medium to
extinguish fire. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order to prevent pressure build-up,
autoignition or explosion.
Special fire fighting Use supplied air or self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) for fire conditions.
procedures
Flammability Combustible liquid. Released vapors may form flammable/explosive mixtures at or above the flash
point. Vapors may travel considerable distances to ignition sources and cause a flash fire. All
storage containers and pumping equipment must be grounded.
Remark
No additional remark.
Risks of explosion This material is sensitive to static discharge. This product is not sensitive to mechanical impact.
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Remark
No additional remark.
Section 6. Reactivity Data
Stability The product is stable.
Hazardous decomp. Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and irritant fumes and gases including sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides
and aldehydes.
products
Reactivity Incompatible material: Strong acids, strong oxidizers, chlorine. Hazardous polymerization: Will not
occur.
Remark
No additional remark.
Section 7. Toxicological Properties
Routes of entry Ingestion. Inhalation. Eye contact. Skin contact.
OSHA PEL Naphthalene OSHA PEL 10 ppm (Acceptable Ceiling Concentration) 50 ppm (Acceptable maximum
peak above the acceptable ceiling concentration for an 8-hr shift)
Xylene OSHA PEL 100 ppm (8 Hour TWA)
Heptane OSHA PEL 500 ppm (8 Hour TWA)
Hexane OSHA PEL 500 ppm (8 Hour TWA)
Octane OSHA PEL 500 ppm (8 Hour TWA)
Toxicity to animals Naphthalene LD50 490 mg/kg Rat
Naphthalene LD50 490
mg/kg Rat
Nonane LD50 Mouse iv
218 mg/kg
Nonane LC50 Rat inhalation
3200 ppm/4 hr
Heptane LD50 Mouse iv
222 mg/kg
Heptane LC50 Rat
Nonane LD50 Mouse iv 218 mg/kg
inhalation 103 g/cu m/4
hr
Hexane LD50 Rat oral
Nonane LC50 Rat inhalation 3200 ppm/4 hr
Heptane LD50 Mouse iv 222 mg/kg
Heptane LC50 Rat inhalation 103 g/cu m/4 hr
Hexane LD50 Rat oral 28,710 mg/kg
Hexane LC50 Rat inhalation 48000 ppm/< 4 hr
Octane LC50 Rat inhalation 118 g/cu m/4 hr
Xylene LD50: 4300 mg/kg (Rat oral)
Xylene LD50: 6700 ppm (Rabbit, dermal)
Remark
No additional remark.
Chronic effects Diesel fuels have been classified by IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer) as not
classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans (IARC Group 3). Similar product streams have shown
the potential to cause skin cancer in laboratory animals following direct skin application over the lifetime
of the animal. Naphthalene is known to cause carcinogenicity (IARC 2B), eye irritation, headache,
confusion, excitement, malaise (vague feeling of discomfort); nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain; irritation
bladder; profuse sweating; jaundice; hematuria (blood in the urine), renal shutdown; dermatitis, optical
neuritis and corneal damage.
Nonane is known to cause skin irritation, headache, drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, nausea, tremor,
incoordination, chemical pneumonitis (aspiration liquid).
Heptane is known to cause skin irritation, dizziness, stupor, incoordination, loss of appetite, nausea,
dermatitis and chemical pneumonitis (aspiration liquid).
Hexane is known to cause nausea, headach, peripheral neuropathy, numb extremities, muscle
weakness, dermatits, dizziness and chemical pneumonitis (aspiration liquid). Hexane is readily absorbed
through the skin.
Octane is known to cause skin irritation, drowsiness, dermatitis, chemical pneumonitis (aspiration liquid)
and narcosis.
Xylene is known to cause reproductive toxicity, staggering gait, corneal vacuolization, anorexia,
nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and dermatitis.
Remark
No additional remark.
Acute effects Sensitizing Capabiltiy: No effects known. Irritancy: Skin, eye and upper respiratory tract irritant.
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Ingestion Pulmonary aspiration hazard if swallowed and vomiting occurs.
Skin Prolonged skin contact can cause defatting of the skin resulting in dry cracked skin and dermatitis.
Eyes Eye contact with product or product vapors may result in eye irritation.
May cause headache, dizziness, loss of appetite and loss of consciousness. Product vapors are
Inhalation
irritating to the respiratory tract.
Remark
This product may contain trace quantities of hydrogen sulphide (H2S) gas which may collect in confined
spaces. Acute effects vary with concentration of H2S released from mild eye, nose and throat irritation
at approximately 100 ppm to sudden unconsciousness or death at 500 ppm.
Synergistic materials Not available.
Section 8. Preventive Measures
Waste disposal Dispose of in accordance with all federal, state/provincial and local regulations.
Storage Keep away from all ignition sources. Maintain temperature below the flash point. Head spaces in
storage containers may contain hydrocarbon vapors and toxic hydrogen sulphide gas.
Ventilation In poorly ventilated areas provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
concentrations of vapors below their respective threshold limit values.
Spill and leak Evacuate unecessary personnel. Eliminate all ignition sources. Stop leak if without risk. Contain spill
and absorb with inert absorbent. Large spills should be removed with explosion proof vacuum
equipment. Large pools may be covered with foam to prevent vapor evolution. Comply with
federal,state/provincial, and local requirements for spill notification.
Section 9. Classification/Regulatory Information
DOT/TDG TDG Class 3: Combustible liquid.
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DIESEL FUEL, 3 Combustible Liquid, UN1202, PGIII DOT
DIESEL FUEL, 3, UN1202, PGIII TDG
Remark
No additional remark.
WHMIS WHMIS CLASS B-3: Combustible liquid with a flash point between 37.8癈 (100癋) and 93.3癈 (200癋).
WHMIS CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
Remark
No additional remark.
Other This product is on the Domestic Substances List (DSL). TSCA (Toxic Substance Control Act): This product is
listed on the TSCA Inventory.
Refer to federal, state/provincial, and local legislation for further requirements.
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Section 10. Protective Clothing
Eye Non-vented chemical goggles to protect against splashing of product into the eyes and to prevent eye irritation
from the solvent vapors.
Impervious gloves and clothing should be worn as appropriate to protect against skin contact. Neoprene or
Skin
nitrile material is suggested.
Respiratory protection may be required in poorly ventilated areas. Properly fitted air purifying masks equipped
Respiratory
with organic vapor filters will provide protection at low concentrations.
Wear NIOSH approved respiratory protection adequate for the expected concentration of the substance in the
air.
As required by the situation according to your companies policies and procedures. Contact your supervisor for
Other
direction.
Section 11. Preparation Information
References -SAX, N.I. Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials. Toronto, Van Nostrand Reinold, 6e ed. 1984. CPPI
WHMIS Classification Guidelines Product/stream Toxicology Testing Priority List. CCOHS (Chem advi)
CCOHS(Cheminfo) TOMES PLUS by Micromedex Inc.
MSDS Status
Acronyms: TLV = Threshold Limit Value N/AP = Not applicable N/AV = Not Available COC = Cleveland Open Cup PMCC =
Pensky Martens Closed Cup
Validated by Husky Corporate Hygiene on 10/22/2009. Verified by Husky Corporate
Hygiene.
Supersedes: 3/19/2003 Printed 10/22/2009.
Emergency Phone # Canada: 403-262-2111
Emergency Phone # USA: Chemtrec 1-800-424-9300
While the company believes the data set forth herein are accurate as of the date hereof, the company makes no
warranty with respect thereto and expressly disclaims all liability for reliance thereon. Such data are offered solely
for your consideration, investigation and verification.
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