Material Safety Data Sheet
Mineral spirits MSDS
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Mineral spirits Contact Information:
Sciencelab.com, Inc.
Catalog Codes: SLM3616
14025 Smith Rd.
Houston, Texas 77396
CAS#: 64475-85-0
US Sales: 1-800-901-7247
RTECS: WJ8925000
International Sales: 1-281-441-4400
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Mineral spirits Order Online: ScienceLab.com
CI#: Not applicable. CHEMTREC (24HR Emergency Telephone), call:
1-800-424-9300
Synonym:
International CHEMTREC, call: 1-703-527-3887
Chemical Name: Not available.
For non-emergency assistance, call: 1-281-441-4400
Chemical Formula: Not available.
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS # % by Weight
Mineral spirits 64475-85-0 100
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Mineral spirits LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available.
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects:
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous
in case of skin contact (permeator).
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
The substance is toxic to lungs, the nervous system.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
Section 4: First Aid Measures
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Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact:
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin
with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin.
Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated
clothing before reusing.
Serious Skin Contact:
Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical
attention.
Inhalation: Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Inhalation:
Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not
breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.
Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: Flammable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: 245癈 (473癋)
Flash Points: CLOSED CUP: 38癈 (100.4癋).
Flammable Limits: LOWER: 1%
Products of Combustion: Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not available.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
Flammable liquid, insoluble in water.
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray or fog. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order to prevent pressure
build-up, autoignition or explosion.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill: Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal.
Large Spill:
Flammable liquid, insoluble in water.
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Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth,
sand or other non-combustible material. Do not get water inside container. Do not touch spilled material. Prevent
entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Eliminate all ignition sources. Call for assistance
on disposal.
Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions:
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not
breathe gas/fumes/ vapour/spray. Wear suitable protective clothing In case of insufficient ventilation, wear
suitable respiratory equipment If you feel unwell, seek medical attention and show the label when possible. Avoid
contact with skin and eyes
Storage:
Flammable materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room. Keep away from heat. Keep
away from sources of ignition. Keep container tightly closed. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place. Ground all
equipment containing material. Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place.
Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their
respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the
work-station location.
Personal Protection:
Splash goggles. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be
used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits: Not available.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: Liquid.
Odor: Not available.
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: Not available.
Color: Clear Colorless.
pH (1% soln/water): Not applicable.
Boiling Point: 148癈 (298.4癋)
Melting Point: Not available.
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: 0.74 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure: 2 mm of Hg (@ 20癈)
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Vapor Density: 4.9 (Air = 1)
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: Not available.
Solubility: Insoluble in cold water.
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Not available.
Incompatibility with various substances: Not available.
Corrosivity: Not considered to be corrosive for metals and glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: No.
Section 11: Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals:
LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans: The substance is toxic to lungs, the nervous system.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator).
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Section 12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Not available.
BOD5 and COD: Not available.
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Products of Biodegradation:
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are more toxic.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal:
Section 14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: CLASS 3: Combustible liquid with a flash point greater than 37.8C (100F).
Identification: : Flammable liquids n.o.s. : UN1993 PG: Not available.
Special Provisions for Transport: No DOT, ref 49CFR, 173.150
Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Mineral spirits
Other Regulations: OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada):
CLASS B-3: Combustible liquid with a flash point between 37.8癈 (100癋) and 93.3癈
(200癋).
CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
DSCL (EEC):
R10- Flammable.
R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin.
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 0
Fire Hazard: 2
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: h
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 0
Flammability: 2
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment:
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Gloves.
Lab coat.
Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Splash goggles.
Section 16: Other Information
References: Not available.
Other Special Considerations: Not available.
Created: 10/10/2005 10:50 AM
Last Updated: 11/06/2008 12:00 PM
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