Name:
Paraffin wax
Synonym:
Paraffin waxes and hydrocarbon waxes. It consists predominantly of straight chain hydrocarbons having carbon numbers predominantly greater than C20
CAS:
8002-74-2
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Paraffin wax
Synonym:Paraffin waxes and hydrocarbon waxes. It consists predominantly of straight chain hydrocarbons having carbon numbers predominantly greater than C20
Synonym:Paraffin waxes and hydrocarbon waxes. It consists predominantly of straight chain hydrocarbons having carbon numbers predominantly greater than C20
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 8002-74-2 | Paraffin waxes and hydrocarbon waxes | 100 | 232-315-6 |
| Hazard Symbols: None Listed. Risk Phrases: None Listed. |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Not available.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Vapors may cause eye irritation.
Skin:
Low hazard for usual industrial handling. Contact with heated material can cause skin burns and irritation.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of a mist of this material may cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis.
Not available.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Vapors may cause eye irritation.
Skin:
Low hazard for usual industrial handling. Contact with heated material can cause skin burns and irritation.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of a mist of this material may cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Skin:
Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.
Spills/Leaks:
Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating.
Storage:
Keep away from heat and flame. Store in a cool, dry place.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating.
Storage:
Keep away from heat and flame. Store in a cool, dry place.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control airborne levels.
Exposure Limits CAS# 8002-74-2: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 2 mg/m3 TWA (fume) United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 6 mg/m3 STEL (fume) Belgium - TWA: 2 mg/m3 VLE (fumes) France - VME: 2 mg/m3 VME (fume) Malaysia: 2 mg/m3 TWA (fume) Netherlands: 2 mg/m3 MAC Spain: 2 mg/m3 VLA-ED Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if handling molten material.
Skin:
Wear heat resistant gloves, apron, and/or clothing for the handling of molten materials.
Clothing:
Wear heat resistant gloves, apron, and/or clothing for the handling of molten materials.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control airborne levels.
Exposure Limits CAS# 8002-74-2: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 2 mg/m3 TWA (fume) United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 6 mg/m3 STEL (fume) Belgium - TWA: 2 mg/m3 VLE (fumes) France - VME: 2 mg/m3 VME (fume) Malaysia: 2 mg/m3 TWA (fume) Netherlands: 2 mg/m3 MAC Spain: 2 mg/m3 VLA-ED Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if handling molten material.
Skin:
Wear heat resistant gloves, apron, and/or clothing for the handling of molten materials.
Clothing:
Wear heat resistant gloves, apron, and/or clothing for the handling of molten materials.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Solid
Color: white to yellow
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: > 370 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: 45-65C
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: 200 deg C ( 392.00 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: None Reported
Explosion Limits, upper: None Reported
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Insoluble in water
Specific Gravity/Density: Not available.
Molecular Formula: Not applicable
Molecular Weight: 0
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizers.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Stable.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizers.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 8002-74-2: RV0350000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 8002-74-2: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 100 mg/24H Mild; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H Mild.
Carcinogenicity:
Paraffin waxes and hydrocarbon waxes - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 8002-74-2: RV0350000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 8002-74-2: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 100 mg/24H Mild; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H Mild.
Carcinogenicity:
Paraffin waxes and hydrocarbon waxes - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before returning for recycling.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
IMO
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
RID/ADR
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
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Canada
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