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Material Safety lata Sheet
ffjfucal Name & Synonyms
Petroleum Oisti 11 ate^Fuel
hemicol Family
5et<oIeum H^dj^>Carbon mixture
boper QCT'Sfupping Nome
"uel Oil, No. 6
Manufacturer
Various petroleum refiners
Manufacturer's Address
COLONIAL OIL INDUSTRIES, INC. P, 0, BOX 576
SAVANNAH, 6A 31402
912-236-1331
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I. General Information
Trade Name & Synonyms
No. 6 Fuel Oil, Bunkers
Formula
ISSUE DATE
11/85
DOT Hazard Classification
Combustible Liquid NA -1993
Emergency Phone Nunber i_gi2-236-1331
Chemtrec Phone Number
1-800-424-9400
H, Ingredients
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product
UK Physical Data
Boiling Point (eF)
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450-1100F
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.) -<10.1 0 20C
Vapor Density (Air = 1)
>5
Solubility in Water
Negligible
Appearance & Odor
Black liquid-strong petroleum odor
Specific Gravity (HiO s|)
,99
Percent Volatile By Volume (%) 10-30%
Evaporation Rate (Etb.6 = 1)
Less than 1
pH
Neutral
IV, Fire & Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (Test MetSod)
180F C0C
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Flammable Limits
LEL .9%
UEL 7.0%
Extinguishing Media
Foam, Dry chemical. Carbon Dioxide, Halon
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
ip! fire exposed container? with water streams. Self contained breathing apparatus may be
'Squired
Unusual Fire & Explosion Howards
This material may be ignited by heat, sparks, or flames.
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V. Health Hazard Data
'hrohold limit Volue
OSHA Threshold Limmiit Value
Not establishsheecd
ACGIH Threshold limit Value
Not established
Z^gjricgen - NTP Program
See block [X
Carcinogen - IARC Program
symptom* of Exposure
nha 1 ation: Jtigh vapor concentrations_are irritatinq to eyes. and..respiratory.system.
May........
:ause nausea, dizziness, headache, possible unconsciousness. Ingestion: May cause G.I.
irritation, vomiting, diarrhea. Eyes: liquid will cause irritation. Skin: Liquid may cause
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Primary Routefi) of Entry
Inhalation and absorption ............ '.......... ...... -.................................................... -............ --...........................
Emergency first Aid
If inhaled reomye victim_to fje.sh .air,...JfJjquid..q.oo.tacts .sk.in_.ot_ey.es .flushJwith.Jarge............
Stability
fncompatability
Materials To Avoid
Avoid contact with strong oxidizers
Hazardous Polymerization
May Occur Conditions To Avoid
Will Not Occur Avoid contact with, heat, flames or other ignition sources
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Combustion mav produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, or toxic materials.
VII. Environmental Protection Procedures
Spill Response Stop spill or leak. Eliminate ignition sources. Contain liquid with absorbent material.
Recover and recycle or dispose.of. all spilled or.contaminated.material. ...... ........ '. ........... Waste Disposal Method Recycle as much of recoverable product as possible. Dispose of all non-recyclable material
as hazardous waste in accordance with Federal. State, and Local regulations.
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VIII. Special Protection Information
Eye Protection
Skin Protection
Chemical goggles and/or splash shield
Impervious gloves
Respiratory Protection {Specific Type)
Ventilation Recommended
Not normally required {.see. below)
Natural ventilation normally sufficient.
Other Protection
If respiratory protection is required, use air mask or hydrocarbon absorbing respirator.
IX. Special Precautions
Hygienic Practices In Handling & Storage Minimize breathing vapor mist.or fumes. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with liquid.
Cleanse thoroughly after contact with, soap and water,
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Precautions For Repair & Maintenance Of Contaminated Equipment
>ver weld or burn on equipment or containers that have contained fuel oil.without flushing
a s"'free
Other Precautions This product may contain distillates similar to those suspected in causing cancers in
laboratory animals. Repeated or prolonged contact should he avoided.
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