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V S3 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET CORPORATE RESEARCH A DEVELOPMENT SCHENECTADY, N. Y. 12305 til 0 1 _______H MTORMATtON NO. 1258 VARSOL 18 Date May 1982 SECTION I. MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION MATERIAL NAME: VARSOL 18 DESCRIPTION: Highly aliphatic petroleum solvent or mineral spirits of low photoreactivi y to meet air pollution regulations. OTHER DESIGNATIONS: GE Material D5B8A2, ASTM D235, ASTM D484, Type 1 MANUFACTURER: Exxon Co. P.O. Box 2180 Houston. Texas Tel: (713) 656-3424 _ _______ SECTION II, INGREDIENTS AND HAZARDS HAZARD DATA Mixture of petroleum hydrocarbons Typical Composition: Vol < Aromatics 7.7 Olefins 0.2 Saturates 92.1 Sulfur content 2 ppm *Exxon has recommended this.8-hr .TWA and indicafurther toxicology study is being conducted. (1982) TLV for Stoddard Solvent is 100 ppm.) is low aromatic content material meets requirements of Southern California Air Pollution District Rule 102 (formerly Rule 66). 100 8-hr TWA 200 ppm* Rat, Oral ld50>5 gAg Rabbit, Dermal IiJ50>2 gAg SECTION III. PHYSICAL DATA Boiling range, 1 atm, deg C ------- 155-205 Vapor pressure, 25C, mmHg---------- <10 Vapor density (Air*l) ------------------ ca 5 Solubility in water ---------- Negligible Specific gravity, 15.6/15.6C ----- : ca 0.77 Evaporation rate (n-BuAc*l)---------- 0.1 Volatiles, * ------------------ ------------ 100 Molecular weight (avg) ----------------- ca 140 Appearance & Odor: Water-white liquid; mineral spirits odor (no long-lasting odor after evaporation). SECTION IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA LOWER UPPER Flash Point and Method Autolgnltlon Temp. Flamnabllltv Limits In Air ca 43C (11QF) (TCC) 254C (ASTM D2155) % by Volume 8 25C 0.9 6.0 Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam, water spray or fog Water spray can be used to keep fire-exposed containers cool to avoid pressure rupture. This material is an OSHA class II Combustible Liquid. It is a dangerous fire hazard if heated or sprayed in air. Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus for fighting fires in enclosed areas. SECTION V. REACTIVITY DATA This is a stable material in closed containers at room temperature under normal storage and handling conditions. It does not polymsrize. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents such as chlorine, cone, oxygen, calcium hypochlorite, nitric acid, etc. Thermal-oxidative degradation may produce carbon monoxide and partially oxidized hydrocarbons. GENERAL ELECTRIC e**W e - BMHC Owav 00 085083 CONFIDENTIAL NO.. 1258 SECTION VI, HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION TLVEstimate 200 ppm (See Sect II) i/arsol, like all petroleum distillates, is a central nervous system depressent. Symp toms of overexposure to high vapor cone, range from headache and dizziness to possible convulsions and unconsciousness. Eye contact with the liquid may cause conjunctivitis. Prolonged-or repeated skin contact causes a defatting effect, resulting in irritation, drying, cracking and dermatitis. FIRST AID: Eye Contact: Flush thoroughly with running water for 15 min. including under eyelids. Get medical help if irritation persists. Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water. Get medical help if large area contacted or if irritation persists. Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Restore and/or support breathing as required. (Administer oxygen if breathing difficult). Contact physician for further treatment, observation and support. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting; Contact physician immediately. Aspiration hazard. nivA a feu ramese fvF 11^ White TnincT-al nil- SECTION VII. SPILL, LEAK,, AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES Notify safety personnel of leaks or spills. Remove sources of heat or ignition. Provide explosion-proof ventilation. Clean-up personnel need protection against inhala tion and skin contact. Contain spill and recover free liquid if possible. Use absor bent (sand, earth, sawdust, etc) to clean up small spills and residues. Do not dis charge into sewers or surface waters. (Notify authorities if product enters, or may enter, sewer or waterway.) DISPOSAL: Waste material may be burned in an approved Incinerator. Follow Federal, State, and Local regulations. SECTION VIII. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION Provide general and local exhaust ventilation to meet estimated TLV requirements. Local exhaust hoods should have at least 60 fpm face velocity. Use explosion-proof electri cal equipment and services. Have air-supplied or self-contained respiratory apparatus available for nonroutine or emergency use or when working in a confined or enclosed area. (Canister respirator may be suitable for short-time usage.) Wear impermeable gloves and additional protective clothing to prevent prolonged or repeated skin contact. Use safety goggles and/or faceshield for eye protection where splashing is possible. An eyewash station is desirable where splashing is probable. A safety shower may be desirable where large amounts are used. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse. Thoroughly dry contaminated shoes before reuse. SECTION IX. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND COMMENTS Store in closed containers in a cool, we11-ventilated area away from sources of heat, flame, ignition and strong oxidizing agents. Protect containers from physical damage. Keep containers closed when not in use. Use safety cans for small amounts. Handling and storage conditions must be suitable for OSHA Class II Combustible Liquid. Bond and ground containers for transfers to avoid static sparks. Avoid inhalation of vapors. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Prevent eye contact with liquid. Prohibit smoking or flame in use areas. Ventilate area where used. Electrical services to i DOT Classification: COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID data Source(s) code: 1,2, msds #334 Judgments os to the suitability oI information herein far purchaser's purposes oro necessarily purchaser's responsibility. Therefore. although fsoatsbls has boon *fcn m tho preparation of such information. Conorol floctrtc Company extends no warranties, mates no representations and ostumes no responsibility as 10 the accuracy or suitability of such information lor application to purchaser's (tended purposes or for consequences of it* y*e code. APPROVALS: TM ^r-7 Industrial Hygiene' ) and Safety &vd r./j.fji MEDICAL REVIEW: <r 19 May 1982 GENERAL ELECTRIC DO 085084 CONFTDFNTTAl