& Material Safety Data Sheet

hd MSDS has been prepared in accordance with

Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006

This Material Safety Data Sheet is written in reference to a sealed glass ampoule containing 10 ml of
the product named below.

Section 1 Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier
Substance name: Lube oils
Synonyms: Product type: Date revised: Jan 2012
Lubricating oil Liquid density certified reference material Previous: Oct 2002
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Relevant identified uses: For use in the calibration of density meters.
Uses advised against:
1.3 Details of the supplier of the Safety Data Sheet
Company: H&D Fitzgerald Ltd.
Address: Cefn Du, Tremeirchion, St Asaph, Clwyd, LL17 0US, UK
Telephone #: +44 (0)1352 720 774
Email address: admin@density.co.uk
Prepared by: Denis Fitzgerald
1.4 Emergency telephone number
+44 (0)1352 720 774

Section 2 Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
2.1.1 Classification according to Regulation (EC) No1272/2008 [CLP]:
Not classified.
2.1.2 Classification according to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended:
Not classified.
2.2 Label elements None.
2.3 Other hazards None

Section 3 Composition / Information on ingredients

Composition: Highly refined base oil.
This product does not contain any hazardous ingredients at or above
regulated thresholds.

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 Section 4 First Aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
General advice: Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in
attendance.
Treatment should in general be symptomatic and directed to relieving any
effects.
Following inhalation: Move the person into fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration.
Consult a physician if symptoms develop.
Following ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Do not induce vomiting.
Rinse mouth with water and consult a physician without delay.
Following eye contact: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Consult a physician.
Following skin contact: Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Following inhalation: No significant health hazards identified.
Following ingestion: No significant health hazards identified.
Following eye contact: No significant health hazards identified.
Following skin contact: No significant health hazards identified.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Following ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Consult a physician.
Following inhalation: Do not induce vomiting. Consult a physician.
Following eye/skin contact: Consult a physician if symptoms develop.

Section 5 Fire fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media
Extinguishing media: Use foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable media: Water jet.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Hazardous combustion Decomposition products may include: carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide
products:
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Special protective Wear protective clothing and self contained breathing apparatus.
equipment for fire-fighters:

Section 6 Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Protective equipment: Wear safety glasses with side shields and gloves.
Personal precautions: Use personal protective equipment.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Do not let product enter drains.
Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Soak up liquid with inert absorbent material and dispose of in a suitable
waste disposal container. Avoid discharge to environment.

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 Section 7 Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Handling precautions: Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.
Use personal protective equipment.
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practise.
Avoid discharge into the environment.
Normal measures for prevention of fire.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage precautions: Store ampoule in the outer packaging until ready to use.
Store in a cool place (less than 25°C). Prolonged heat exposure is not
suitable. Do not store the ampoule once opened.
7.3 Specific end use
Recommendations: Liquid density certified reference material for calibration of density meters.

Section 8 Exposure controls and personal protection

Components with work place control parameters
Components CAS-No. Value Control Parameters Update Basis
Base oil – STEL 10 mg/m³ 2005-04-06 UK. EH40 Occupational
unspecified - 15 minutes Exposure Limits
TWA 5 mg/m³ 2005-04-06 UK. EH40 Occupational
- 8 hours Exposure Limits
Personal protective equipment
Eye/Face protection: Wear safety glasses with side shields conforming to EN166
Hand protection: Handle with gloves conforming to EN374 if prolonged or repeated contact is likely.
Other skin protection: Use of protective clothing is good industrial practise.
Respiratory protection: Use in a well ventilated area.
Hygiene measures: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practise.
Wash hands with soap before breaks and at the end of the workday.
Environmental exposure controls
Do not let product enter drains.
Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Dispose of as hazardous waste.

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 Section 9 Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance: Odour: Odour threshold: pH:
Amber, liquid oily no data available no data available
Pour point: Boiling point & range: Flash point: Evaporation rate:
-21°C 240°C – closed cup no data available
Flammability: Upper/lower Vapour pressure: Vapour density:
not applicable flammability or no data available no data available
explosive limits:
not applicable
Density of liquid: Solubility: Partition coefficient: Auto-ignition
≈ 870 – 887 kgm-³ no data available n-octanol/water temperature:
at 20°C log Kow: >3 no data available
Decomposition Viscosity: Explosive properties: Oxidising properties:
temperature: 30 – 160 mPa·s not applicable no data available
no data available at 40°C
9.2 Other information
Miscibility with water: immiscible with water

Section 10 Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
10.2 Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous reactions will not
occur.
10.4 Conditions to avoid No specific data.
10.5 Incompatible materials Oxidising materials.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions – carbon
oxides

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 Section 11 Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity and Potential health effects
Inhalation: At normal ambient temperatures this product will be unlikely to present
an inhalation hazard due to its low volatility. May be harmful by
inhalation if exposure to vapour, mists or fumes resulting from thermal
decomposition products occurs.
Ingestion: Unlikely to cause harm if accidentally swallowed in small doses, though
larger quantities may cause nausea and diarrhoea.
Skin corrosion/irritation: Unlikely to cause harm to the skin on brief or occasional contact but
prolonged or repeated exposure may lead to dermatitis.
Serious eye damage/irritation: Unlikely to cause more than transient stinging or redness if accidental
eye contact occurs.
Germ cell mutagenicity: No data available.
Carcinogenicity: IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or
equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human
carcinogen by IARC.
Reproductive toxicity: No data available.
Specific target organ toxicity – No data available.
single exposure:
Specific target organ toxicity – No data available.
repeated exposure:
Aspiration hazard: No data available.
Sensitisation: No data available.
Additional information: None.

Section 12 Ecological information

Lube oils are unlikely to present any ecological risk in the quantity supplied in a 10 ml ampoule.
12.1 Toxicity No data available.
12.2 Persistence and degradability
Inherently biodegradable.
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulation: This product is not expected to bioaccumulate through food chains in the
environment.
12.4 Mobility in soil Spillages may penetrate the soil causing ground water contamination.
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No data available.
12.6 Other adverse effects Spills may form a film on water surfaces causing physical damage to
organisms. Oxygen transfer could also be impaired.

Section 13 Disposal considerations

General requirements:
For small quantities:
Contaminated packaging:
Unused product:
Observe all national and local environmental regulations.
Soak up liquid with inert absorbent material and dispose of in a suitable
waste disposal container. Avoid dispersal of spilt material and run-off
contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers.
Dispose of safely.
European waste catalogue: 13 02 05* Mineral-based non-chlorinated
engine, gear and lubricating oils

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 Section 14 Transport information
Not classified as hazardous for transport.

Section 15 Regulatory information

15.1 Safety health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
This safety data sheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC)
No. 1907/2006.
15.2 Chemical safety assessment
No chemical assessment has been carried out for this substance by the
supplier.

Section 16 Other information

Reason for revision: Updated to comply with Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
Disclaimer
H&D Fitzgerald believes that data given here is accurate. It is derived from published information about
lube oils. No warranty, expressed or implied, is intended. The data is provided for your information and
consideration when using lube oil as a certified reference material for the calibration of density meters. H&D
Fitzgerald assumes no legal responsibility for its use.

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