MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
AQUABASE OINTMENT
PADDOCK LABORATORIES, INC. EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE:
3940 QUEBEC AVENUE NORTH CHEMTREC (CONTINENTAL U.S.) 800-424-9300
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55427
PHONE: (763)-546-4676 PADDOCK TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE 800-328-5113
DATE PREPARED: 10-10-90 BY: Patrick L. Johnson
REVISED: 4-14-03 BY: Eric Randall
SECTION 1 - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AND HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
PRODUCT NAME: Aquabase Ointment
SYNONYMS: Anhydrous Hydrophilic Ointment
MOLECULAR FORMULA: Mixture. MOLECULAR WEIGHT: N/A
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Cholesterolized ointment base.
INGREDIENT (CAS #) % OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Petrolatum (8042-47-5) >60* N/A N/A
5 mg/M3 (mist)
Mineral oil (8042-47-5) >10* N/A
Mineral wax >10* N/A N/A
Lanolin alcohol (8027-33-6) >5* N/A N/A
Cholesterol (1310-73-2) <5* N/A N/A
*Exact amounts are deemed proprietary information.
SECTION 2 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
BOILING POINT: N/A VAPOR PRESSURE: N/A
MELTING POINT: 49-54oC VAPOR DENSITY: N/A
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.9 (@ 65oC) EVAPORATION RATE: Nil
(WATER = 1) (BUTYL ACETATE = 1)
WATER SOLUBILITY: Insoluble WATER REACTIVE: No
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Light yellow to yellowish-white ointment with a characteristic lanolin
odor.
SECTION 3 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
FLASH POINT (METHOD): N/A AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: N/A
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: LOWER: N/A UPPER: N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, or foam.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Fire fighters should wear full protective gear including
self-contained breathing apparatus.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: As with any organic compound, this material may
produce toxic carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide fumes if heated to decomposition as under fire
conditions.
SECTION 4 - REACTIVITY HAZARD DATA
STABILITY: Stable ( X ) Unstable ( )
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): None known.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: As with any organic compound, this material may
produce toxic carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide fumes if heated to decomposition.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: May Occur ( ) Will Not Occur ( X )
SECTION 5 - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
TOXICITY: No specific toxicity data is available for this product.
CARCINOGEN LISTED BY: NTP Yes ( ) No ( X )
IARC Yes ( ) No ( X )
OSHA Yes ( ) No ( X )
Other Yes ( ) No ( X )
ROUTES OF ENTRY: Ingestion, absorption.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE:
INHALATION: Due to the low vapor pressure, no harmful effects or exposure symptoms
expected.
EYE CONTACT: May cause slight contact irritation.
SKIN CONTACT: May cause mild irritation after sustained contact in sensitive individuals.
INGESTION: May cause mild irritation of the gastrointestinal tract and slight nausea.
CHRONIC EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: None known.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY OVEREXPOSURE: Overexposure is unlikely to
aggravate any existing medical conditions.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS TO CONSIDER: None known.
EMERGENCY FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INHALATION: Due to the low vapor pressure, no harmful effects are anticipated.
EYE CONTACT: Flush with water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists or develops seek
medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT: Wash with soap and water. If irritation persists or develops seek medical
attention.
INGESTION: No harmful effects expected, however, prudence would indicate that a medical
professional or poison control center be contacted for assistance.
SECTION 6 - CONTROL AND PROTECTIVE MEASURES
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: No special respiratory protection needed under normal use
conditions.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Rubber.
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses or goggles. Avoid wearing contact lenses when working with
this or any chemical due to the possibility of increased severity of eye damage.
VENTILATION: No special ventilation required under normal use conditions.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Appropriate laboratory apparel.
HYGIENIC WORK PRACTICES: Do not eat, drink or smoke near this material. Wash thoroughly
after handling and wash any contaminated clothing before reuse.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS: Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing. Wash thoroughly after
handling and wash any contaminated clothing before reuse.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: Store in a tight container in a cool, dry, well ventilated location.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Any use of this product in elevated-temperature processes should be
thoroughly evaluated to determine safe operating conditions. A release of hot organic vapors or mists
from equipment operating at elevated temperature and pressure may result in ignition without the
presence of obvious ignition sources.
SECTION 8 - SPILL AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE OF SPILL OR DISCHARGE: In case of small spill, wipe up with
an absorbent material. If spill is large or in a confined space, wear protective gear (goggles, gloves),
scoop up spillage and place in a tight container and wash and ventilate spill site. Wash thoroughly or
shower after handling and wash all clothing and protective gear before reuse.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of in accordance with all applicable local, state, federal, and
environmental regulations.
SECTION 9 - DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet has been compiled from reliable sources
and is believed to be correct as of the date issued. It is the responsibility of the user to determine the
appropriateness and applicability to their situation. Paddock Laboratories, Inc. disclaims any
expressed or implied warranty as to the accuracy of the above information and shall not be held liable
for any direct, incidental, or consequential damages from use or reliance on the above information.
DEFINITIONS OF ABBREVIATIONS USED:
ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
CAS: Chemical Abstract Service
IARC: Internal Agency for Research on Cancer
IDLH: Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health level
LC50: Median Lethal Concentration
LD50: Median Lethal Dose
MSHA: Mine Safety and Health Administration
N/A: Not available
NIOSH: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
NTP: National Toxicology Program
OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit
STEL: Short Term Exposure Limit
TLV: Threshold Limit Value
TWA: Time Weighted Average
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