MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
IDENTITY: MINERAL SPIRITS CODE NO: 3701
SYNONYMS: Stoddard Solvent, Safety Solvent
CHEMICAL FORMULA: Complex Hydrocarbon Mixture
C.A.S. NUMBER: 8052-41-3
N.F.P.A. CODE: HEALTH 鈥? 0 FIRE 鈥? 2 REACTIVITY 鈥? 0 OTHER
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
CONCENTRATION OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV C.A.S. NO.
MINERAL SPIRITS BALANCE 100 PPM 100 PPM 8052-41-3
XYLENE 0.15 wt % 100 PPM 100 PPM 1330-20-7
1,2,4-TRIMETHYLBENZENE 5.14 wt % 25 PPM 25 PPM 95-63-6
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
BOILING RANGE (掳F): 300 - 415 API GRAVITY: 41.0 - 52.7
掳
VAPOR PRESSURE (psia): Not determined SPECIFIC GRAVITY
VAPOR DENSITY (Air = 1): Not determined (H2O = 1):
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Negligible EVAP. RATE
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Clear, colorless liquid with (Butyl Acetate = 1): Not determined
hydrocarbon odor
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT (Method Used): FLAMMABLE LIMITS: LEL UEL
> 100 掳F (TCC) 1.1 6.0
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Use water spray, dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide. Use water spray or fog; do not use straight streams.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Use water to keep fire-exposed containers cool.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSIVE HAZARDS:
Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may
travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Vapors are heavier than air and will spread along ground and
collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in
sewers. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. Containers may explode when heated. Liquid is
lighter than water.
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REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY:
Stable
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR COMBUSTION PRODUCTS:
Burning can produce carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide. Carbon monoxide is highly toxic if inhaled (200 ppm
OSHA Ceiling). Carbon dioxide in sufficient quantities can act as an asphyxiant.
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials/ Conditions to Avoid):
A very dangerous fire and explosion hazard when exposed to heat or flame; can react vigorously with oxidizing
materials.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Will not occur
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:
Inhalation or contact with material may irritate or burn skin and eyes. Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or
toxic gases. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause
pollution.
MINERAL SPIRITS: (CAS: 8052-41-3) Mildly toxic by inhalation. A human eye irritant.
1,2,4-TRIMETHYLBENZENE: (CAS: 95-63-6) Moderately toxic by intraperitoneal route. Mildly toxic by inhalation.
Can cause central nervous system depression, anemia, bronchitis.
XYLENE: (CAS: 1330-20-7) Moderately toxic by intraperitoneal and subcutaneous routes. Mildly toxic by
ingestion and inhalation. An experimental teratogen. Human systemic effects by inhalation: olfactory changes,
conjunctiva irritation and pulmonary changes. Experimental reproductive effects. Mutation data reported. A human
eye irritant. An experimental skin and severe eye irritant. Some temporary corneal effects are noted, as well as
some conjunctival irritation by instillation (adding drops to the eyes one at a time). Irritation can start at 200 ppm.
CARCINOGENICITY:
The following components are considered to be carcinogenic by the National Toxicology Program, the
International Agency for Research on Cancer, and/or the Occupational Safety and Health Administration:
NONE
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EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Get medical attention. Keep victim warm and quiet. Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s)
involved, and take precautions to protect themselves.
INHALATION:
Move victim to fresh air and call emergency medical care. Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing.
Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.
SKIN CONTACT:
Flush skin with running water for at least 20 minutes. Wash skin with soap and water. Remove and isolate
contaminated clothing and shoes at the site.
EYE CONTACT:
Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes. Get medical attention.
INGESTION:
Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious victim. Do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention.
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
STEPS TO BE TAKEN WHEN MATERIAL SPILLS OR LEAKS:
Eliminate all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area). All equipment used when
handling the product must be grounded. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Stop leak if you can do it
without risk. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. A vapor suppressing foam may
be used to reduce vapors. Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other noncombustible material and transfer to
containers. Use clean non-sparking tools to collect absorbed material. For large spills, dike far ahead of liquid spill
for later disposal. Water spray may reduce vapor; but may not prevent ignition in closed spaces.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD:
Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must be in accordance with applicable Federal, State and Local
regulations.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING:
Do not use or handle near ignition sources. Provide adequate ventilation.
CONTROL MEASURES
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
NIOSH approved breathing protection.
VENTILATION:
Recommended. Use explosion-proof type.
PROTECTION GLOVES:
Nitrile, Neoprene.
EYE PROTECTION:
Face shield or safety glasses.
OTHER PROTECTION:
Avoid breathing vapors, skin contact or ingestion.
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA TITLE III - SECTIONS 302 / 304:
SEC 302 SEC 304
COMPONENT NAME CAS NO. EHS TPQ EHS RQ CERCLA RQ
XYLENE 1330-20-7 100
SARA TITLE III - SECTIONS 311 / 312:
IMMEDIATE: Yes
CHRONIC: Yes
FIRE: Yes
SUDDEN RELEASE OF PRESSURE: No
REACTIVE: No
SARA TITLE III - SECTION 313:
COMPONENT NAME CAS NO. CONCENTRATION
XYLENE 1330-20-7 0.15 %
1,2,4-TRIMETHYLBENZENE 95-63-6 5.14 %
RESOURCE INFORMATION
EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDEBOOK - 2000 EDITION
SAX'S DANGEROUS PROPERTIES OF INDUSTRIAL CHEMICALS - 10th EDITION
EPA TITLE III LIST OF LISTS - NOVEMBER 1998 EDITION
CONTACT INFORMATION
Hunt Refining Company Telephone: 205-391-3323
P.O. Box 038995 Emergency Telephone: 800-424-9300 (Chemtrec)
Tuscaloosa, AL 35403-8995
While the information and recommendations set forth herein are believed to be accurate. Hunt Refining Company makes no warranty with respect thereto and
disclaims all liability from reliance thereon.
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