GAS OIL/DERV TS-MSDS 4
TOTAL UK LTD
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA
SHEET
DERV BS EN 590
ULTRA LOW SULPHUR DERV BS EN 590
GAS OIL CI BS 2869: CLASS A2 & D
ULTRA LOW SULPHUR GAS OIL EN 590
MARINE GAS OIL ISO 8217 : DMA
MARINE DIESEL OIL ISO 8217 : DMB
1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE & OF THE COMPANY /
UNDERTAKING
IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION:
All are middle distillate-type fuels. Derv is a gas oil for use in on-road automotive vehicles.
Gas Oil CI and Marine Diesel and Gas Oils are used in stationary diesel engines in the
industrial and marine markets, for off-road use and as a fuel for heating boilers and gas
turbines.
Contains:
Fuels, Diesel: CAS No. 68334-30-5 EINECS No. 269-822-7
COMPANY IDENTIFICATION: Total UK Ltd.
40 Clarendon Road
Watford
Herts
WD17 1TQ
Telephone No. (Watford) 01923 694000
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO: (Watford) 01923 694000
2 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS:
Complex mixtures of distillate hydrocarbons mainly paraffinic, naphthenic and aromatic in
the range C10-C28. Catalytically and thermally cracked hydrocarbons may be present.
Included may be small concentrations of cetane number improvers (organic nitrates), flow
improvers (ethylene vinyl acetate copolymers), a lubricity additive (long-chain ester),
silicone anti-foam additives and HM C&E markers/dye. These additives do not contribute
any additional hazard.
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3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
These oils, particularly when catalytically and thermally cracked hydrocarbons are present,
may contain polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PCAs); some PCAs have been shown to
have a potential to cause skin cancer (category 3 carcinogen). There are small
concentrations of cetane no. improvers, flow improvers, anti-foam and detergent additives
and marker/dye that are not considered to represent a health risk.
Injection of fuel under the skin may have serious medical effects.
Classified as dangerous for the environment.
FIRST AID MEASURES
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TYPE OF EXPOSURE FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion Ingestion
The swallowing of small amounts is unlikely Wash mouth out with water and give water
to have adverse effects; larger amounts to drink. If a large amount has been
may cause irritation with diarrhoea and swallowed get medical advice. DO NOT
vomiting. INDUCE VOMITING BECAUSE OF THE
DANGER OF ASPIRATION.
Skin
Skin
Wash skin as soon as possible with soap
Unlikely to cause irritation on single contact.
and water. Change contaminated clothing
Prolonged or repeated contact may cause
and launder before reuse. Get medical
dermatitis which could eventually lead to
advice if irritation persists.
irreversible skin disorders.
Injection of fuel under pressure through the
skin may have serious effects which at first Any injection of fuel under the skin should be
may not seem serious but, within hours, considered an EMERGENCY - get Medical
may become very painful. Advice URGENTLY.
Eyes Eyes
May cause irritation with short-term redness Wash out thoroughly with large amounts of
and stinging. water. If redness and/or irritation continues
get medical advice.
Inhalation
Inhalation
If inhalation of vapour causes irritation or
Fumes or vapour may cause irritation to
drowsiness remove to fresh air. Get
eyes and mucous membranes, and
medical advice if the symptoms continue.
drowsiness leading to loss of
consciousness.
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5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguish with Dry Powder, Foam or Water Fog. For small fires use CO2
Do not use water jets
Note - Flash Point 60癈.
Fires in closed or confined spaces should be tackled by trained personnel who should
wear breathing apparatus.
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Treat any spillage as a fire hazard. Spray, vapour or mist can be a potential fire or
explosion hazard.
May cause damage to surfaces making them SLIPPERY.
Contain spillage - do not wash spillage down drain. Absorb using absorbent clay,
diatomaceous clay or other suitable absorbent.
7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 Handling
Gas Oils and derv are designed to be used in closed systems. Avoid skin contact when
refuelling vehicles or working on fuel system components. Where exposure is likely
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING should be worn including impervious GLOVES and EYE
PROTECTION. Ensure good ventilation.
7.2 Storage
The design, construction and maintenance of bulk storage and handling facilities are
covered by codes of practice published by the Institute of Petroleum, British Standards
Institution and the Health and Safety Executive.
Drums should be stored on their sides on racks preferably under cover, out of direct
sunlight, in well ventilated conditions.
Other types of containers should be stored under cover out of direct sunlight, in well
ventilated conditions. Care should be taken to avoid over-stacking.
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8 EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Where prolonged or repeated exposure is likely PROTECTIVE CLOTHING should be worn
including impervious GLOVES and EYE PROTECTION.
Respiratory protection - Unlikely to be required in normal use but ensure good ventilation
- note Flash Point 60癈 min. It is suggested that exposure is kept well below the level of
Oil Mist quoted in the current HSE Guidance Note EH40:
Long term exposure limit - (8 hour TWA reference period) 5 milligrams per cubic metre.
Short term exposure limit - (15 minute reference period) - 10 milligrams per cubic metre.
Hand and skin protection - Hand and skin protection recommended at all times. Where
exposure is likely protective clothing must be worn, including nitrile gloves approved to BS
EN 374 with a breakthrough time of >360 minutes.
Eye protection - Eye protection approved to BS EN 166 is recommended at all times
9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Typical properties:
Appearance Straw to amber fluid; may be dyed red
Odour Characteristic
pH not applicable
Boiling Range 癈 160 - 375
Flash Point (PMC) 癈 60 min
Flammability Limits % vol 1-6
Auto ignition temperature 癈 approx. 220
Explosive properties not applicable
Oxidising properties not applicable
Reid Vapour Pressure at 37.8 癈 kPa < 0.1
Density at 15癈 0.82 - 0.87
Solubility - water Very low
- fat Not available
Partition coefficient - Log Pow 3 - >6 for components
Viscosity cSt @ 40癈 1.5 - 7
Vapour density (relative to air) >5
Evaporation rate Extremely low
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10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Conditions to Avoid - heat (Note: Flash Point 60癈 min).
Materials to Avoid - may react with strong oxidising materials.
Hazardous Decomposition Products - thermal decomposition may lead to the formation
of a multiplicity of compounds some of which may be hazardous. With incomplete
combustion smoke and hazardous fumes and gases, including carbon monoxide may be
formed.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity following single exposure (orally, dermally or by inhalation) to gas oils is of a low
order. When gas oils contain cracked components they are classified as category 3
carcinogens. With the use of good occupational and hygiene practices any risk will be
minimal.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Expected to harm aquatic organisms, may cause long-term effects in the aquatic
environment. May bioaccumulate; films formed on water may affect oxygen transfer and
damage organisms. Likely to biodegrade slowly.
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose by incineration or by methods approved by Local Authority.
Do not discharge into the public drainage system, or marine and inland waterways.
Marine Fuels should be disposed of in accordance with MARPOL Regulations.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
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TRANSPORT CLASSIFICATION
HAZCHEM Code: 3/Z Symbol: Flammable Liquid
UN: Flammable liquid, Class 3 (III)
UN Number (Substance Identification Number): 1202
UN Packing Group: III IMO Hazard Class: 3.3
ICAO Hazard Class: 3.3 IATA Hazard Class 3
ADR/RID Hazard Class: 3 - 32 (c)
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
LABELLING
Symbol: Black St. Andrew's cross on orange square (Xn)
Dead fish and tree (N)
Classification: Harmful.
Dangerous for the environment
R40 - Limited evidence of carcinogenic effect
R65 - Harmful: May cause lung damage if swallowed
R66 - Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking
R51/53 - Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long term effects in the aquatic
environment
[S2] - Keep out of the reach of children
S43 - In case of fire use foam/dry powder/CO2 /Halon. Never use water.
S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately
(show label where possible)
S36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves
S61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety Data
Sheet
S62 - If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and
show this container or label
16 OTHER INFORMATION
Further information can be found in Health and Safety Executive publications, a list of which
may be made available on request from HSE Books - Tel: 01787 881165.
This data sheet has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Data Sheet
Directive 91/155/EEC as amended by Directive 2001/58/EC.
LEGAL NOTICE
The information in this Data Sheet applies only to the products designated herein and
produced or supplied by Total UK Ltd. or its subsidiary companies. It is based on our
experience and on the data available to us at the time of its issue and is accurate to the best
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of our knowledge. The customer is strongly advised to observe and ensure that its
employees and customers observe all directions contained herein. However, no warranty is
made or implied that the information is accurate or complete and no liability will be accepted
whatsoever - (other than liability in respect of the matters referred to in Section 2 Unfair
Contract Terms Act 1977) arising out of the use of the information or the products designated
herein. Where third party products are used in conjunction with or instead of products
produced or supplied by Total UK Ltd. or its subsidiary companies, the customers should
himself obtain all necessary technical, health and safety information about such products
from the third party.
Issued: May 2003 Gas Oil / Derv
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