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PRODUCT NAME : GREASE - APIEZON AP100
1. Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Apiezon Grease AP100
Synonyms: None
Item Numbers : H023-01-030, H023-00-043
European Contact Details US Contact Details
BOC Edwards, Manor Royal, Crawley, BOC Edwards, 301 Ballardvale Street,
West Sussex, RH10 2LW, England Wilmington, MA 01887
General enquiries General enquiries
UK : +44 (0)1293 528844 +(1) 978-658-5410
France : +(33) 1 47 98 24 01 Toll Free: 1-800-848-9800
Germany : +(49) 89-991918-0
Italy : +(39) 0248-4471 24 h Emergency telephone number:
Chemtrec : 1-800-424-9300
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredient % Weight CAS No Hazard class* Risk phrase*
Yellow petrolatum BP grade; 100 65154-52-1 Not applicable Not applicable
Polytetrafluoroethylene
*Hazard class & Risk phrase. These columns are only completed for ingredients which are classified as hazardous
under EU Directive (67/548/EEC, as amended) and are present in sufficient concentration to make the overall
substance hazardous. In all other situations, the column will be completed as 鈥淣ot applicable鈥?.
3. Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
This material when properly handled according to good working and hygienic practices is not dangerous to human
health and the environment. Harmful effects are expected only when thermal decomposition produces toxic gases at
temperatures above 500oC/932oF.
For short and long term exposure effects see Section 11 Toxicological data
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Eye Effects: May cause transient irritation.
Skin Effects: Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin disorders.
Ingestion/Oral May cause vomiting, nausea and diarrhoea.
Effects:
Inhalation Effects: Low volatility makes inhalation an unlikely hazard. Inhalation of fluorinated decomposition
products may cause polymer fume fever with flu-like symptoms. Polymer fume fever may
result from smoking contaminated tobacco.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: None known.
NFPA Hazard codes HMIS Hazard codes Rating System
Health 1 Health 1 0 = No Hazard
Flammability 1 Flammability 1 1 = Slight hazard
Instability 0 Reactivity 0 2 = Moderate Hazard
3 = Serious Hazard
4 = Severe hazard
4. First Aid Measures
Irrigate with copious quantities of cold water.
Eyes:
None envisaged.
Skin:
Do not induce vomiting; obtain medical attention.
Ingestion/Oral:
None envisaged. If fumes produced at elevated temperatures are inhaled, remove to fresh
Inhalation:
air. If breathing problems occur, a qualified individual should administer oxygen or artificial
respiration as indicated. Seek immediate medical attention.
None.
Other Information:
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry powder, foam or water fog. DO NOT use water jets.
Fire and Explosion Hazard: No unusual hazards. Hazardous decomposition : may liberate toxic gases at
temperatures above 500oC/932oF. Fire may produce toxic fluorine compounds
including hydrogen fluoride, phosgene and perfluoroolefins. Direct water stream
may cause violent frothing.
Special Protective Equipment In confined spaces, fire fighters should wear a self-contained breathing apparatus
for Fire Fighters: (SCBA) which meets appropriate standards operated in positive pressure mode
and full turn out gear.
For Flammability Properties - see Section 9
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6. Accidental Release Measures
Spilt product constitutes a slip hazard. Prevent product from entering drains, sewers and watercourses. Place
recovered grease in containers.
7. Handling and Storage
Avoid handling at temperatures above 290 掳C/554 掳F without adequate ventilation. Do not carry cigarettes or cigars or
smoke in areas where this product is being used or stored. Greasy hands may contaminate tobacco products.
Smoking contaminated products may cause polymer fume fever. Wash thoroughly after handling and before meals
and breaks.
Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Exposure Limits
Ingredient ACGIH - TLV - OSHA - PEL Occupational Exposure
Limits EH40 (UK)
None Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
Note : Exposure limits for mineral oil mist : 5mg/m3 8h TWA; 10mg/m3 STEL (EH40 source)
5 mg/m3 - 8 H TWA; 10 mg/m3 - STEL (ACGIH TLV)
5 mg/m3 - 8 H TWA (OSHA PEL)
Personal Protection:
Engineering Measures: None required under normal conditions of use.
Respiratory Protection: None required under normal conditions of use.
Hand/Skin Protection: Wash hands after handling the product. Avoid prolonged exposure.
Eye/Face Protection: Wear safety glasses.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after use.
Other/General Protection: None
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
0
C/ 0F
Appearance and Odour Yellow, semi solid odourless Boiling Point No data available
grease
0
C/ 0F
pH (as supplied) No data available Freezing Point 45-52/113-125
0
C/ 0F
Solubility in Water Insoluble Auto Ignition >250/482
0
C/ 0F
Volatile Content by Volume No data available Flash Point >200/392
1.042 @ 20oC/68oF
Specific Gravity
8 x 10-11 @ 20oC 7 x 10-11 @ 68oF
Vapour Pressure (mbar) Vapour Pressure (Torr)
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10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Will not polymerise.
Avoid temperatures >120oC/248oF. Avoid strong oxidising agents.
Material/Conditions to Avoid:
May liberate toxic gases at temperatures above 500oC/932oF.
Hazardous Decomposition:
11. Toxicological Information
For a comprehensive description for the various toxicological (health) effects which may arise if the user comes into
contact with the substance or preparation refer to Section 3 Hazards Identification.
Animal Data:
LD50 value: Oral : >2g/kg (rat)
Dermal : >2g/kg (rabbit)
LC50 value: Enter any reported animal data.
Carcinogenicity:
No information available.
Toxicity information for PTFE decomposition products:
Inhalation: PTFE decomposition products vary widely in toxicity in experimental animals. Four hour LC50s
(inhalation) for decomposition products range from 0.76 ppm (perfluoroisobutane) to 40,000 ppm (tetrafluoroethylene
monomer). Workers exposed to PTFE fumes produced at 350-380 掳C (temperatures associated with liberation of
hexafluoroethane, perfluoroisobutylene and octafluorocyclobutene) exhibited symptoms consistent with polymer fume
fever at workplace air concentrations of 3.5 mg/m3 compounds containing fluorine.
CHRONIC: Repeated episodes of polymer fume fever may damage the lungs.
12. Ecological Information
No adverse environmental effects are foreseen when the product is used and/or disposed of as indicated.
Polytetrafluoroethylene is biologically inert. The petrolatum base is slowly biodegradable in aerobic conditions.
Mobility of the product is limited by its non volatility and insolubility in water.
13. Disposal Considerations
The product and its packaging must be disposed of in accordance with local and national regulations. The product
MUST NOT be incinerated due to liberation of toxic gases at >500oC/932oF. Unused product may be returned for
reclamation.
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14. Transport Information
This product is not regulated as dangerous under transport regulations.
PARAMETER EUROPEAN CANADIAN TDG UNITED STATES DOT
Proper Shipping Name Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
Hazard Class Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
Identification Number Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
Shipping Label Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
15. Regulatory Information
European Regulatory Information
This product has been classified in accordance with the Dangerous Substances Directive (67/548/EEC, as amended)
and the Preparations Directive (88/379/EEC, as amended), implemented in the UK as the Chemical (Hazard
Information and Packing) Regulations 1994 (CHIP, as amended).
Classified as dangerous to supply : No
Risk Phrases : Not applicable
Safety Phrases : Not applicable
Symbols : None
United States Regulatory Information
All materials contained in this product are on the U.S. Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).
SARA TITLE III - SECTION 313 SUPPLIER NOTIFICATION:
This product does not contain toxic chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of the Emergency
Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372.
California Proposition 65: This product does not contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer
or reproductive toxicity.
Canadian Regulatory Information
WHMIS Classification: D2B
All ingredients in this product are included in the Canadian DSL.
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16. Other Information
This MSDS is compiled in accordance with ANSI Z400.1 and the EU Safety Data Sheet Directive 91/155/EEC.
Sources of information for this data sheet:
鈥? M & I Safety Data Sheet for Apiezon AP100 Grease. Issue date : June, 1995.
鈥? M & I Information sheet for Apiezon AP100. Issue date : April, 1998.
鈥? National Library of Medicine (NLM) electronic databases (HSDB, RTECS, CHEMID, Toxline)
Glossary : CAS, Chemical Abstracts Service; NFPA, National Fire Protection Association; HMIS, Hazardous Material
Information Service; LD, Lethal Dose; LC, Lethal Concentration; ACGIH, American Conference of Governmental
Industrial Hygienists; TLV, threshold limit value; OSHA, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, US
department of Labour; PEL, Permissible exposure limit; EH40 (UK), HSE Guidance Note EH40 Occupational exposure
limits; PPM, parts per million; TWA, Time-Weighted Average; STEL, Short Term Exposure Limit; Canadian TDG,
Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods; US DOT,US Department of Transportation.
HSDB, Hazardous Substances Data Bank; RTECS, Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances; CHEMID,
Chemical Identification; DSL, Domestic Substances List ; TSCA, Toxic Substances Control Act Public Law 94-469:
CERCLA, Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act; EPCRA. Emergency Planning
and Community Right-to-Know Act; CAA, Clean Air Act; US, SARA (Title III), Superfund Amendments and
Reauthorization Act.; SARA 313, Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act, Section 313; EHS, Extremely
Hazardous Substance; WHMIS, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System.
Revisions
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Although the information and recommendations in this data sheet are to the best of our knowledge correct, it is recommended that
you make your own determination of the material鈥檚 suitability for your purpose before you use it. The information contained in this
data sheet has been reproduced from the manufacturers data, the accuracy of this information is the responsibility of the
manufacturer. BOC Edwards accept no responsibility for damage of any nature resulting from the use of, or the reliance upon this
data sheet.
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