MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
BP UNLEADED GASOLINES
MSDS No. 12632000 ANSI/ENGLISH
1.0 CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: BP UNLEADED GASOLINES
MANUFACTURER/SUPPLIER: EMERGENCY HEALTH INFORMATION:
1 (800) 447-8735
BP Oil Company
200 East Randolph Drive EMERGENCY SPILL INFORMATION:
Chicago, Illinois 60601 U.S.A. 1 (800) 424-9300 CHEMTREC (USA)
OTHER PRODUCT SAFETY
INFORMATION:
(630) 836-5441
2.0 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component CAS# Range % by Wt.
Gasoline 8006-61-9 99.9-100
Benzene 71-43-2 0-3
Butane 106-97-8 4-6
Cyclohexane 110-82-7 0-1
Ethylbenzene 100-41-4 0-2
Heptane 142-82-5 6-8
Hexane 110-54-3 8-10
Pentane 109-66-0 9-11
Toluene 108-88-3 10-12
Trimethylbenzene 95-63-6 0-3
Xylene 1330-20-7 8-10
(See Section 8.0, "Exposure Controls/Personal Protection", for exposure guidelines)
3.0 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Danger! Extremely flammable. Inhalation of vapor/aerosol
concentrations above the recommended exposure limits causes headaches, drowsiness, and nausea,
and may lead to unconsciousness or death. Harmful if swallowed and/or aspirated into the lungs.
Prolonged or repeated contact may cause irritation and/or dermatitis. Use as motor fuel only. Long-
term exposure to vapors has caused cancer in laboratory animals.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:
EYE CONTACT: High concentrations of vapor/mist may cause eye discomfort.
SKIN CONTACT: Prolonged or repeated contact can defat the skin and lead to irritation and/or
dermatitis.
INHALATION: Inhalation of vapor/aerosol concentrations above the recommended exposure limits
causes headaches, drowsiness, and nausea, and may lead to unconsciousness or death. See
"Toxicological Information" section (Section 11.0).
INGESTION: Harmful or fatal if liquid is aspirated into lungs. Ingestion causes gastrointestinal
irritation and diarrhea. See "Toxicological Information" section (Section 11.0).
HMIS CODE: (Health:1) (Flammability:3) (Reactivity:0) CHRONIC HEALTH HAZARD.
NFPA CODE: (Health:1) (Flammability:3) (Instability:0)
4.0 FIRST AID MEASURES
EYE: Flush eyes with plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
SKIN: Wash exposed skin with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing, including shoes,
and thoroughly clean and dry before reuse. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
INHALATION: If adverse effects occur, remove to uncontaminated area. Give artificial respiration
if not breathing. Get medical attention.
INGESTION: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention.
5.0 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASHPOINT: -45掳F
UEL: 7.6%
LEL: 1.3%
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: 495.0掳F
FLAMMABILITY CLASSIFICATION: Extremely Flammable Liquid.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Agents approved for Class B hazards (e.g., dry chemical, carbon
dioxide, foam, steam) or water fog. Water may be ineffective but should be used to cool-fire exposed
containers, structures and to protect personnel.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Extremely flammable vapor/air mixtures form.
Extinguishment of fire before source of vapor is shut off can create an explosive mixture in air.
Product gives off vapors that are heavier than air which can travel considerable distances to a source
of ignition and flashback. Runoff to sewer may cause a fire or explosion hazard.
FIRE-FIGHTING EQUIPMENT: Firefighters should wear full bunker gear, including a positive
pressure self-contained breathing apparatus.
PRECAUTIONS: Keep away from sources of ignition (e.g., heat and open flames). Keep container
closed. Use with adequate ventilation.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: Combustion of this product in an area without
adequate ventilation may result in hazardous levels of combustion products (e.g., carbon monoxide,
carbon dioxide) and inadequate oxygen levels.
6.0 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Remove or shut off all sources of ignition. Wear respirator and spray with water to disperse vapors.
Increase ventilation if possible. Prevent spreading by diking, ditching, or absorbing on inert materials.
Keep out of sewers and waterways.
7.0 HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING: Use with adequate ventilation. Keep away from ignition sources (e.g., heat, sparks, or
open flames). Ground and bond containers when transferring materials. Wash thoroughly after
handling.
STORAGE: Store in flammable liquids storage area. Keep container closed. Store away from heat,
ignition sources, and open flame in accordance with applicable regulations.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS: Keep out of sewers and waterways. Avoid strong oxidizers. Report
spills to appropriate authorities. USE AS MOTOR FUEL ONLY.
8.0 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EYE: None required; however, use of eye protection is good industrial practice.
SKIN: Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact. Wear protective clothing and gloves if prolonged
or repeated contact is likely.
INHALATION: Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing vapor and/or mist. If ventilation is
inadequate, use NIOSH certified respirator that will protect against organic vapor and dust/mist.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Control airborne concentrations below the exposure guidelines.
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES:
Component CAS# Exposure Limits
Gasoline 8006-61-9 OSHA PEL: 300 ppm (1989); Not established. (1971)
OSHA STEL: 500 ppm (1989); Not established. (1971)
ACGIH TLV-TWA: 300 ppm
ACGIH TLV-STEL: 500 ppm
Benzene 71-43-2 OSHA PEL: 1 ppm
OSHA STEL: 5 ppm
ACGIH TLV-TWA: 0.5 ppm (skin)
ACGIH TLV-STEL: 2.5 ppm (skin)
Mexico TWA: 10 ppm
Mexico STEL: 25 ppm
Butane 106-97-8 OSHA PEL: 800 ppm (1989); Not established. (1971)
ACGIH TLV-TWA: 800 ppm
Mexico TWA: 800 ppm
Cyclohexane 110-82-7 OSHA PEL: 300 ppm (1989)(1971)
ACGIH TLV-TWA: 300 ppm
Mexico TWA: 300 ppm
Mexico STEL: 375 ppm
Ethylbenzene 100-41-4 OSHA PEL: 100 ppm (1989)(1971)
OSHA STEL: 125 ppm(1989); Not established. (1971)
ACGIH TLV-TWA: 100 ppm
ACGIH TLV-STEL: 125 ppm
Mexico TWA: 100 ppm
Mexico STEL: 125 ppm
Heptane 142-82-5 OSHA PEL: 400 ppm (1989); 500 ppm (1971)
OSHA STEL: 500 ppm (1989); Not established. (1971)
ACGIH TLV-TWA: 400 ppm
ACGIH TLV-STEL: 500 ppm
Mexico TWA: 400 ppm (skin)
Mexico STEL: 500 ppm (skin)
Hexane 110-54-3 OSHA PEL: 50 ppm (1989); 500 ppm (1971)
ACGIH TLV-TWA: 50 ppm (skin)
Mexico TWA: 100 ppm
Pentane 109-66-0 OSHA PEL: 600 ppm (1989); 1000 ppm (1971)
OSHA STEL: 750 ppm (1989); Not established. (1971)
ACGIH TLV-TWA: 600 ppm
Mexico TWA: 600 ppm
Mexico STEL: 760 ppm
Toluene 108-88-3 OSHA PEL: 100 ppm (1989); 200 ppm (1971)
OSHA STEL: 150 ppm (1989); Not established. (1971)
OSHA Ceiling: 300 ppm (1971)
ACGIH TLV-TWA: 50 ppm (skin)
Mexico TWA: 100 ppm
Mexico STEL: 150 ppm
Trimethylbenzene 95-63-6 OSHA PEL: 25 ppm (1989); Not established. (1971)
ACGIH TLV-TWA: 25 ppm
Mexico TWA: 25 ppm
Mexico STEL: 35 ppm
Xylene 1330-20-7 OSHA PEL: 100 ppm (1989)(1971)
OSHA STEL: 150 ppm (1989); Not established. (1971)
ACGIH TLV-TWA: 100 ppm
ACGIH TLV-STEL: 150 ppm
Mexico TWA: 100 ppm (skin)
Mexico STEL: 150 ppm (skin)
9.0 CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Clear. Liquid. Hydrocarbon odor.
pH: Not determined.
VAPOR PRESSURE: 7-15 lb RVP (ASTM D323)
VAPOR DENSITY: 3.0-4.0
BOILING POINT: 80.0-430.0掳F (range)
MELTING POINT: Not determined.
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Negligible, below 0.1%.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (WATER=1): 0.75
10.0 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Burning can be started easily.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Keep away from ignition sources (e.g. heat, sparks, and open flames).
MATERIALS TO AVOID: Avoid chlorine, fluorine, and other strong oxidizers.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION: None identified.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
11.0 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ACUTE TOXICITY DATA:
EYE IRRITATION: This product had a primary eye irritation score (PEIS) of 0/110.0 (rabbit)
SKIN IRRITATION: This product had a primary skin irritation score (PDIS) of 1.1/8.0
(rabbit)
DERMAL LD50: greater than 5 ml/kg (rabbit).
ORAL LD50: 18.8 ml/kg (rat).
INHALATION LC50: 20.7 mg/l (rat)
OTHER TOXICITY DATA: Excess exposure to vapors may produce headaches, dizziness,
nausea, drowsiness, irritation of eyes, nose and throat and central nervous system depression.
Aspiration of this material into the lungs can cause chemical pneumonia and can be fatal. Aspiration
into the lungs can occur while vomiting after ingestion of this product. Inhalation of unleaded
gasoline vapors did not produce birth defects in laboratory animals. Ingestion of this material can
cause gastrointestinal irritation and diarrhea.
In a long-term inhalation study of whole unleaded gasoline vapors, exposure-related kidney damage
and kidney tumors were observed in male rats. Similar kidney effects were not seen in female rats or
in mice. At the highest exposure level (2056 ppm), female mice had an increased incidence of liver
tumors. Results from subsequent scientific studies have shown that a broad variety of chemicals
cause these kidney effects only in the male rat. Further studies have discovered the means by which
the physiology of the male rat uniquely predispose it to these effects. Consequently, the Risk
Assessment Forum of the Environmental Protection Agency has recognized that these responses are
not predictive of a human health hazard. The liver tumors that were increased in the high-dose female
mice are likewise of questionable significance because of their high spontaneous occurrence even
without chemical exposure and because the rate of their occurrence is accelerated by a broad
spectrum of chemicals not commonly considered to be carcinogens (e.g., phenobarbital). Thus, the
significance of the mouse liver tumor response in terms of human health is questionable.
Gasoline is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons and contains benzene (typically no more than 2
volume%), toluene, and xylene. Chronic exposure to high levels of benzene has been shown to cause
cancer (leukemia) in humans and other adverse blood effects (anemia). Benzene is considered a
human carcinogen by IARC, NTP and OSHA. Over exposure to xylene and toluene can cause
irritation to the upper respiratory tract, headache and narcosis. Some liver damage and lung
inflammation were seen in chronic studies on xylene in guinea pigs but not in rats.
Solvent "sniffing" (abuse) or intentional overexposure to vapors can produce serious central nervous
system effects, including unconsciousness, and possibly death.
12.0 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecological testing has not been conducted on this material by BP Amoco.
13.0 DISPOSAL INFORMATION
Residues and spilled material are hazardous waste due to ignitability. Disposal must be in accordance
with applicable federal, state, or local regulations. Enclosed-controlled incineration is recommended
unless directed otherwise by applicable ordinances.
The container for this product can present explosion or fire hazards, even when emptied! To avoid
risk of injury, do not cut, puncture, or weld on or near this container. Since the emptied containers
retain product residue, follow label warnings even after container is emptied.
14.0 TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
U.S. DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION
Gasoline
Shipping Name
3
Hazard Class
Identification Number UN1203
II
Packing Group
INTERNATIONAL INFORMATION:
Sea (IMO/IMDG)
Shipping Name Gasoline
3.1
Class
Packing Group II
UN1203
UN Number
Air (ICAO/IATA)
Shipping Name Gasoline , UN1203
3
Class
Packing Group II
European Road/Rail (ADR/RID)
Shipping Name Not determined.
Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods
Shipping Name Gasoline
Hazard Class 3
UN1203
UN Number
Packing Group II
15.0 REGULATORY INFORMATION
CERCLA SECTIONS 102a/103 HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR Part 302.4): This
product is exempt from the CERCLA reporting requirements under 40 CFR Part 302.4. However, if
spilled into waters of the United States, it may be reportable under 33 CFR Part 153 if it produces a
sheen.
SARA TITLE III SECTION 302 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR Part
355): This product is not regulated under Section 302 of SARA and 40 CFR Part 355.
SARA TITLE III SECTIONS 311/312 HAZARDOUS CATEGORIZATION (40 CFR Part
370): This product is defined as hazardous by OSHA under 29 CFR Part 1910.1200(d). Hazardous
categories for this product are: Acute = yes; Chronic = yes; Fire = yes; Pressure = no; Reactive = no.
SARA TITLE III SECTION 313 (40 CFR Part 372): This product contains the following
substance(s), which is on the Toxic Chemicals List in 40 CFR Part 372:
Component/CAS Number Weight Percent
Benzene 71-43-2 3
Trimethylbenzene 95-63-6 3
Cyclohexane 110-82-7 1
Ethylbenzene 100-41-4 2
Xylene 1330-20-7 10
Hexane 110-54-3 10
Toluene 108-88-3 12
U.S. INVENTORY (TSCA): Listed on inventory.
OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD: Flammable liquid. Irritant. Contains
components listed by ACGIH. Contains components listed by OSHA. Contains a carcinogenic
component.
WHMIS Controlled Product Classification: B2, D2A, D2B.
EC INVENTORY (EINECS/ELINCS): Not determined.
JAPAN INVENTORY (MITI): Not determined.
AUSTRALIA INVENTORY (AICS): Not determined.
KOREA INVENTORY (ECL): Not determined.
CANADA INVENTORY (DSL): Not determined.
PHILIPPINE INVENTORY (PICCS): Not determined.
16.0 OTHER INFORMATION
This material contains an ingredient/ingredients present on the following State Right-To-Know lists:
-Florida- -Massachusetts- -New Jersey- -Pennsylvania- -California- -Minnesota-
This product contains an ingredient/ingredients known to the state of California to cause cancer
and/or reproductive toxicity.
Prepared by:
Environment, Health and Safety Department
Issued: July 16, 1999
This Material Safety Data Sheet conforms to the requirements of ANSI Z400.1.
NOTICE: The information presented herein is based on data considered to be accurate as of the date
of preparation of this Material Safety Data Sheet. However, no warranty or representation, express
or implied, is made as to the accuracy or completeness of the foregoing data and safety information,
nor is any authorization given or implied to practice any patented invention without a license. In
addition, no responsibility can be assumed by vendor for any damage or injury resulting from
abnormal use, from any failure to adhere to recommended practices, or from any hazards inherent in
the nature of the product.
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