MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
LANOLIN ANHYDROUS
PADDOCK LABORATORIES, INC. EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE:
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DATE PREPARED: 10-10-90 BY: Patrick L. Johnson
SECTION 1 - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AND HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
PRODUCT NAME: Lanolin Anhydrous, USP
SYNONYMS: Anhydrous Lanolin, Wool Fat
MOLECULAR FORMULA: Mixture of fatty acid esters of cholesterol, lanosterol, and fatty alcohols.
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Wax, ester.
INGREDIENT (CAS #) % OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Lanolin anhydrous (8006-54-0) 100 N/A N/A
SECTION 2 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
BOILING POINT: >300o C (decomposes) VAPOR PRESSURE: N/A
36-42o C
MELTING POINT: VAPOR DENSITY: N/A
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.9 (@ 65o C) EVAPORATION RATE: Nil
(WATER = 1) (BUTYL ACETATE = 1)
WATER SOLUBILITY: Insoluble WATER REACTIVE: No
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Pale yellow to amber, soft wax with a mild, characteristic odor.
SECTION 3 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
FLASH POINT (METHOD): 288o C (Open Cup) AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: N/A
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FLAMMABLE LIMITS: LOWER: N/A UPPER: N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water spray, 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): Concentrated nitric or sulfuric acid; strong oxidizing agents.
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: Inhalation, 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 persons.
INGESTION: May cause mild irritation of the gastrointestinal tract and slight nausea.
CHRONIC EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: None known.
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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, it is recommended to give two glasses of water and
induce vomiting then seek medical assistance.
SECTION 6 - CONTROL AND PROTECTIVE MEASURES
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: None necessary.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Rubber.
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses. Avoid wearing contact lenses when working with this or any chemical due to the
possibility of increased severity of eye damage.
VENTILATION: None necessary.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Appropriate laboratory apparel.
HYGIENIC WORK PRACTICES: 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 away from incompatible
materials.
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.
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SECTION 8 - SPILL AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE OF SPILL OR DISCHARGE: Wear all protective gear including goggles and
gloves. Scoop up spillage and place in a tight container. Wash and ventilate spill site. Wash thoroughly after handling
and wash all contaminated 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.
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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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