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1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
MULTIWAX庐 W-835 MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX
Product name:
Wax
Chemical name:
Crompton Corporation
Supplier:
199 Benson Road
Middlebury, CT 06749, USA
CHEMTREC (24 hours) 800-424-9300
Emergency telephone number:
Crompton Corporation Emergency Response (24 hours)
800-424-9300
(24 hours) 800-292-5898
Canada (24 hour emergency #): 416-284-1661
Kenneth Blair 732-826-6600 X295
For MSDS, Product Safety, or regulatory
To request an MSDS, Call: 866-430-2775
inquiries, call:
Customer Service 877-948-2688
Customer Service:
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
COMPONENT CAS# CONCENTRATION
Microcrystalline Wax 63231-60-7 100.0 %
2,6-Di-tert-butyl-p-cresol 128-37-0 < 10.0 PPM
Note(s): This is not a dangerous substance
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
THIS PRODUCT IS AN NF GRADE WAX. IT IS NOT EXPECTED TO PRESENT ANY UNUSUAL HAZARDS,
IN PROPER USE.
THIS PRODUCT IS OFTEN TRANSPORTED AND HANDLED HOT. CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO
PREVENT THERMAL BURNS.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Swallowing
Treat symptomatically. Not expected to be toxic by ingestion. WHEN MOLTEN ONLY (molten product can cause
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thermal burns) -
Skin
No emergency care anticipated. Wash skin with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash clothing
before re-use. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists. WHEN MOLTEN ONLY (molten product can cause
thermal burns) - If burned by contact with hot molten material, cool burned skin as quickly as possible by immersing
in cold water, or applying cold water. Call a physician.
Inhalation
Obtain medical attention. Oxygen may be given by qualified personnel if breathing is difficult or cyanosis (blue
discoloration of skin) is noted. Give artificial respiration if not breathing. Remove to fresh air if aerosol spray is
inhaled. Aspiration may cause pulmonary edema or aspiration pneumonia. Exposed persons should be kept under
medical observation for at least 48 hours because delayed effects may occur. WHEN MOLTEN ONLY (molten
product can cause thermal burns) -
Eye contact
No emergency care anticipated. Flush eyes thoroughly with water for several minutes. Obtain medical attention if
discomfort persists. WHEN MOLTEN ONLY (molten product can cause thermal burns) -
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
> 210 掳C (400 掳F)
Flash point:
NFPA CLASSIFICATION
Health: 0 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 0 Special provisions: -
Special fire fighting procedures
Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers and structures. Do not direct a solid stream of water or foam into
burning molten material; this may cause spattering and spread the fire.
Special protective equipment for firefighters
Body covering protective clothing, full "turn-out" gear. Self-contained breathing apparatus with full face-piece
operated in positive pressure mode.
Extinguishing media
Suitable: Treat as an oil fire.
Small fires:
- CO2
- dry powder
- foam
Large fires:
- alcohol-type foam or universal-type foams
- water fog
Unsuitable: Oil will float on water and can spread any fire.
Unusual fire and explosion hazards
This product will burn if involved in a fire. This product will float upon water, so water spray is not a suitable
extinguishing agent as it may cause any fire to spread.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions
Eliminate sources of ignition. Use heat protective equipment (such as gloves, long sleeves, and aprons) when
handling molten material.
Environmental precautions
This product is insoluble in water and will float on the surface. Prevent from entering sewers or drains. Should this
product enter sewers or drains, it should be pumped out into an open vessel. Emergency services may need to be
called to assist in this operation.
Methods for cleaning up
Floor may be slippery; use care to avoid falling.
Small spills Cover remaining spilled product with dry powder, dry sand, or Vermiculite.
Large spills After cooling solidification, scrape and/or shovel upmaterial.
Large spill: Pump or vacuum transfer spilled product to clean containers for recovery. Absorb
unrecoverable product. Transfer contaminated absorbent, soil and other materials to containers
for disposal.
Stop leak, if without risk.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING
Handling precautions
Never use pressure to empty drums. Keep drums tightly closed to prevent contamination. Residual vapors may
explode on ignition; do not puncture, drill, grind, or weld near this container. Electrically bond and ground all
containers and equipment before transfer or use of material.
STORAGE
Storage requirements
Normal precautions common to safe manufacturing practice should be followed in handling and storage. Store in a
dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep out of strong sunlight. Do not store at temperatures: >+90 掳C
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory protection
If vapor and/or mist is generated by heating, spraying, etc., wear an organic vapor respirator with a mist filter. No
special respiratory protection is normally required.
Hand protection / protective gloves
Wear oil resistant gloves.
Heat protective impervious gloves when handling molten product.
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Eye protection
Face shield or chemical splash goggles in case of splashing.
Skin protection
Wear protective clothing, such as long sleeves to minimize skin contact.
Coveralls when handling molten product.
Industrial hygiene measures
Remove contaminated clothing and clean it.
Do not eat or drink at work.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Ventilation
Local ventilation is needed in the presence of airborne mists.
EXPOSURE LIMITS
Component Type Value Remark
Mineral Oil Mist TWA (mist), ACGIH 5.0 mg/m3 If used in way that generates a "mist"
observe the limits for Mineral Oil Mist.
STEL (mist), ACGIH 10.0 mg/m3
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE
Solid
Physical state
White
Color
None
Odor
OTHER PROPERTIES
No data available.
Boiling point
54 - 102 掳C at STP unless specified below.
Melting point
<1
Specific gravity (H2O=1)
< 0.005 hPa (0.00 mmHg)
Vapor pressure at 20 掳C
Insoluble
Solubility in water
Soluble
Solubility in organic solvents
Partitioning coefficient log POW: > 6
This product is soluble in oil.
> 210 掳C (400 掳F)
Flash point
Method: Cleveland open cup ASTM D 92
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Nil
Percent volatiles
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable.
Incompatible materials
Normally unreactive; however avoid contact with:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Sunlight or ultraviolet light.
Heat or high temperature.
Hazardous combustion products
Burning can produce the following combustion products:
Oxides of carbon.
Soot
Hazardous polymerization: Will not occur.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
SWALLOWING
Acute effects
Ingestion is unlikely to have any toxic effects but the product may act as an intestinal lubricant and result in diarrhea
and frequent loose stools.
SKIN ABSORPTION
Acute effects
Harmful effects are not expected from short periods of contact.
INHALATION
Acute effects
Harmful effects are not expected from static vapor at ambient temperature.
Inhalation of mist or spray may be harmful.
Chronic effects
Aspiration may cause pulmonary edema or aspiration pneumonia.
Oil deposits in the lung may lead to fibrosis and reduced pulmonary function.
Prolonged or repeated inhalation of excessive amounts of oil mist or vapors may cause irritation of the respiratory
tract.
SKIN CONTACT
Acute effects
No evidence of harmful effects from available information.
EYE CONTACT
Acute effects
No evidence of harmful effects from available information.
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
This product is stable in water, and can be mechanically separated from water. The water may be suitable for
disposal in a biological waste water treatment plant. Not expected to be acutely toxic to aquatic organisms.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General: Incineration is probably the best means of disposal. Dispose of in accordance with appropriate
Federal, State, and local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT Classification
Not regulated if shipped or transported at temperatures under 100掳C (212 掳F) or in containers less than 450 liter. If
shipped at temperatures >= 100 掳C (212 掳F) and in containers >= 450 liters (119 US gal), this product is regulated
as: ELEVATED TEMPERATURE LIQUID, N.O.S., Class 9, UN 3257, PGIII, ERG 128.
65 PETROLEUM OIL, N.O.I.B.N
Freight description road:
IMDG Classification
Not regulated if shipped or transported at temperatures under 100掳C (212 掳F) or in containers less than 450 liter.
ICAO Classification
This product is not regulated by ICAO @ =<100掳C
FORBIDDEN BY AIR @ >= 100掳C
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
New Jersey Worker and Community Right-To-Know Act (Labeling Requirements)
Chemical name CAS# New Jersey TS Number
Microcrystalline Wax 63231-60-7
None
EPA Hazard Categories (SARA 311, 312):
CHEMICAL INVENTORY
Canada: The ingredients of this product are on the DSL.
Europe: The ingredients of this product are on the EINECS inventory.
United States: The ingredients of this product are on the TSCA inventory.
Australia: The ingredients of this product are on the AICS inventory.
Japan: The ingredients of this product are on the ENCS inventory.
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FDA
Food additive
This product is an NF grade Wax which is used for a variety of applications such as food grade lubricants and in the
production of cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. It meets the requirements of the US FDA as per 21 CFR 172.886 and
21 CFR 178.3710.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
HMIS RATING
Health: 0 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 0 PPI: -
LEGEND
STP Standard temperature and pressure
W/W Weight/Weight
0 (HMIS) Minimal hazard
1 (HMIS) Slight hazard
2 (HMIS) Moderate hazard
3 (HMIS) Serious hazard
4 (HMIS) Severe hazard
X (HMIS) Personal protection rating to be supplied by user depending on use conditions
Copyright 2003 Crompton Corporation
The opinions expressed herein are those of qualified experts within Crompton Corporation. We believe that the
information contained herein is current as of the date of this Safety Data Sheet. Since the use of this information and
of these opinions and the conditions of use of this product are not within the control of Crompton Corporation, it is
the user鈥檚 obligation to determine the conditions of safe use of the products.
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