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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Section 1 Product & Company Identification
Product Name......................... : RIDGID General Purpose Grease
Product Catalog No. ............... : 78727
Company Name...................... : Ridge Tool Company
Address .................................. : 400 Clark Street
: Elyria, Ohio 44036-2023
Telephone .............................. : 1-800-519-3456 (USA) (8:00 am 5:00 pm EST, M-F)
Emergency Telephone ........... : 1-440-323-5581 (USA) (24 Hours)
Issue Date .............................. : August 16, 2007
Section 2 Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
This product is a semi-solid that is insoluble in water. Direct eye contact may cause
minor, short term irritation. Short term skin exposure is not expected to be irritating.
Inhalation and ingestion are not anticipated routes of exposure during normal conditions
of use.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS AND SYMPTOMS FROM SHORT TERM / ACUTE
EXPOSURE:
Eye
This product is not expected to cause eye irritation under normal conditions of
use. Symptoms of slight eye irritation may result when direct contact occurs.
Skin
Short term skin contact is not expected to cause skin irritation. Prolonged or
repeated direct exposure to the skin may result in symptoms of irritation and
redness. High pressure injection may cause serious damage.
Inhalation:
This product has low volatility and so is not expected to cause respiratory tract
irritation during normal conditions of use.
Ingestion:
Ingestion may cause slight stomach irritation and discomfort.
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Potential Chronic Health Effects
No further data known.
Medical Conditions Aggravated By Exposure:
No further data known.
Carcinogenicity:
This product is not listed as a known or suspected carcinogen by IARC, OSHA or
the NTP.
Section 3 Composition / Information On Ingredients
Components listed in this section may contribute to the potential hazards associated
with exposure to the concentrate. The product may contain additional non-hazardous or
trade secret components.
Component: CAS # % By Weight
Zinc Dithiophosphate 68649-42-3 < 2.5
Diphenylamine 122-39-4
Phosphorus 7723-14-0
CARCINOGENIC COMPONENTS:
This product contains no carcinogens.
Section 4 First Aid Measures
EYE CONTACT:
Hold eyelids open and flush with a steady, gentle stream of water for at least 15
minutes. If symptoms persist, contact a physician.
SKIN CONTACT:
Wash contact areas with soap and water. 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.
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Section 4 First Aid Measures
INHALATION:
At ambient / normal handling temperatures, minimal or no irritation due to
inhalation of vapor / mist is expected.
INGESTION:
First aid is normally not required. Seek medical attention if discomfort occurs.
NOTE TO PHYSICIANS:
No further data known.
Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures
FIRE AND EXPLOSIVE PROPERTIES:
Flashpoint ..........................: > 400癋 COC Est.
Flammability Limits ............: LEL - N/D
UEL - N/D
EXTINGUISH MEDIA:
In accordance with NFPA guidance, dry chemical, foam or CO2 fire extinguishers
are all acceptable. Note that while water fog extinguishers are also acceptable,
do NOT apply a direct stream of water onto burning product because it may
cause spreading and increase fire intensity.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
No further data known.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS:
Aldehydes, Oxides of carbon, Smoke, Fume, Sulfur oxides, Incomplete
combustible products.
FIRE-FIGHTING PROCEDURES AND EQUIPMENT:
Emergency responders in the danger area should wear bunker gear and self-
contained breathing apparatus for fires beyond the incipient stage. See Section
8 of the MSDS for other PPE to be worn as conditions warranty.
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Section 6 Accidental Release Measures
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS:
Use personal protection recommended in Section 8
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS:
This material is a water pollutant. Do not let spilled or leaking material enter
waterways.
CLEAN-UP MEASURES:
Important: As with any spill or leak, before responding, ensure that you are
familiar with the potential hazards and recommendations of the MSDS.
Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn.
If possible, safely contain the spill with dikes or other spill response equipment
appropriate for petroleum or organic material releases. Take measures to
prevent spreading of product. Note that while product will ignite, it will not readily
burn. However, as a precaution, eliminate ignition sources. Prevent from
entering sewers or waterways. Large volumes may be transferred to an
appropriate container for proper disposal. Small volumes or residues may be
soaked up with absorbents. Spill response materials should be collected for
proper disposal.
Section 7 Handling And Storage
HANDLING:
Prevent small spills and leakage to avoid slip hazard.
Empty containers may contain product residue. All safety precautions taken
when handling this product should also be taken when handling empty drums
and containers. Keep containers closed when not in use.
Product residue in empty containers is combustible but will not readily burn.
NOTE, however, that excessive heating or cutting of empty containers may
create an ignition source sufficient to start a fire and in extreme cases, cause an
explosion.
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STORAGE:
Protect product quality by storing indoors and away from extreme temperatures.
Close all containers when not in use.
SPECIAL COMMENTS:
No further data known.
Section 8 Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES:
This product does not contain components which have recognized exposure
limits.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Normal general ventilation is expected to be adequate. It is recommended that
ventilation be designed in all instances to maintain airborne concentrations at
lowest practicable levels. Ventilation should, at a minimum, prevent airborne
concentrations from exceeding any exposure limits.
The user may wish to refer to 29 CFR 1910.1000(d) (2) and the ACGIH
"Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents Biological
Exposure Indices" (Appendix C) for the determination of exposure limits of
mixtures. An industrial hygienist or similar professional may be consulted to
confirm that the calculated exposure limits apply.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Selection of personal protective equipment should be based upon the anticipated
exposure and made in accordance with OSHA's Personal Protective Equipment
Standard found in 29 CFR 1910 Subpart I. The following information may be
used to assist in PPE selection.
Eye Protection
Wear eye protection appropriate to prevent eye exposure. Chemical
safety glasses with side shields are recommended.
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Skin Protection
Gloves are not normally needed during normal conditions of use. If health
effects are experienced, oil or chemical resistant gloves such as butyl or
nitrile are recommended.
Respiratory Protection
If engineering controls do not maintain airborne contaminant
concentrations at a level where adequate to protect worker health, an
approved respirator may be appropriate. Respirator selection, use and
maintenance must be in accordance with regulatory requirements, if
applicable. Types of respirators to be considered for this may include:
No protection is ordinarily required under normal condition of use and with
adequate ventilation.
For high airborne concentrations, use an approved supplied-air respirator,
operated in positive pressure mode. Supply respirators with an escape
bottle may be appropriate when oxygen levels are inadequate, gas/vapor
warning prop poor, or if air purifying filter capacity/rating may be
exceeded.
General Hygiene Considerations
Always observe good personal hygiene measures, such as washing after
handling this material and before eating, drinking and/or smoking.
Routinely wash work clothing and protective equipment to remove
contaminants. Discard contaminated clothing and footwear that cannot be
cleaned. Practice good housekeeping.
Section 9 Physical And Chemical Properties
Physical Appearance:............. : Brown Grease
Odor. ...................................... : Mild Petroleum
Physical State......................... : Semi-Solid
Water Solubility....................... : Insoluble
Specific Gravity....................... : .92
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Section 10 Stability And Reactivity
STABILITY:
This product is stable.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Avoid contact with incompatible materials, exposure to extreme temperatures
and high energy sources of ignition.
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS:
This product is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS MAY INCLUDE:
Material does not decompose at ambient temperatures.
POSSIBILITY OF HAZARDOUS REACTIONS:
This product is not expected to polymerize
Section 11 Toxicological Information
EYE EFFECTS:
Toxicity (RABBITS): Data available may cause mild, short-lasting discomfort to
eyes. Based on assessment of the components.
SKIN EFFECTS:
Toxicity (RABBITS): LD50 > 2000 mg / kg. Minimally toxic. Based on test data
for structurally similar products. Negligible irritation to skin at ambient
temperatures.
ORAL EFFECTS:
Toxicity (RABBITS): LD50 > 2000 mg / kg. Minimally toxic. Based on test data
for structurally similar materials.
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INHALATION EFFECTS:
Toxicity (RATS): LC50 > 5000 mg / m3. Minimally toxic. Based on assessment
of the components.
OTHER:
Base oil severely refined. Not carcinogenic in animal studies. Representative
material passes IP-346, and / or other screen tests. Dermal and inhalation
studies showed minimal effects; lung non-specific infiltration of cells, oil
deposition and minimal granuloma formation. Not sensitizing in test animals.
Section 12 Ecological Information
ECOTOXICITY:
Material not expected to be harmful to aquatic organisms.
MOBILITY:
Base oil component Low solubility and floats and is expected to migrate from
water to the land. Expected to part sediment and wastewater solids.
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE:
Base oil component Expected to be inherently biodegradable.
BIOACCUMULATION POTENTIAL:
Base oil component Has the potential to bioaccumulate, however, metabolism
or physical properties may reduce bioconcentration or limit bioavailability.
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Section 13 Disposal Consideration
DISPOSAL RECOMMENDATONS:
Product is suitable for burning in an enclosed, controlled burner for fuel value or
disposal by supervised incineration High temperatures to prevent formation of
undesirable combustion products.
REGULATORY DISPOSAL INFORMATION
RCRA Information: The unused product, in our opinion, is not specifically listed
by the EPA as a hazardous waste (Part 261D), nor is it formulated to contain
materials which are listed as hazardous wastes. It does not exhibit the
characteristics of ignitability, corrosivity or reactivity and is not formulated with
contaminants as determined by the Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP).
However, used product may be regulated.
Section 14 Transportation Information
U.S. DOT HAZARDOUS MATERIAL INFORMATION:
Not DOT regulated.
Section 15 Regulatory Information
FEDERAL REGULATIONS:
SARA 313:
This product contains substances subject to the reporting requirements of
Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization
Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372.
Zinc Dithiophosphate
CAS No. 68649-42-3
< 2.5%
SARA 311 / 312 Reportable Hazard Categories:
None
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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.
EPCRA:
This material contains no extremely hazardous substances.
Section 16 Other Information
HMIS RATING:
Health Flammability Reactivity PPE
0 1 0 X
NFPA RATING:
Health Flammability Reactivity PPE
0 1 0 X
Prepared by:. . . . . . . . . . . . Ridge Tool Company
Issue Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . January 5, 2006
Last Revision Date: . . . . . . . May, 2004
RIDGE TOOL BELIEVES THE STATEMENTS, TECHNICAL INFORMATION AND RECOM-
MENDATIONS CONTAINED HEREIN ARE RELIABLE BUT THEY ARE GIVEN WITHOUT WARRANTY
OR GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND WE ASSUME NO RESPONSIBILITY
FOR ANY LOSS, DAMAGE OR EXPENSE, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THEIR
USE.
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