Material Safety Data Sheet
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Issue Date : August 2007 ISSUED by AUSTRALI
Infosafe No. LPWN1
Product Name : BIODIESEL (FATTY ACID METHYL ESTERS)
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
Product Name BIODIESEL (FATTY ACID METHYL ESTERS)
Product Code 144920
Company Name AUSTRALIAN RENEWABLE FUELS LIMITED
Address 85 South Perth Esplanade
South Perth
WA Australia
Emergency Tel. +61 8 9363 3500
Telephone/Fax Tel: +61 8 9363 3500
Number
Recommended Use Fuel.
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Hazard Classification NON-HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE.
NON-DANGEROUS GOODS.
Hazard classification according to the criteria of NOHSC.
Dangerous goods classification according to the Australia Dangerous Goods Code.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredients Name CAS Proportion
Ingredients determined not to be Balance
hazardous
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation If inhaled, remove from contaminated area. Apply artificial respiration if not
breathing. If symptoms develop seek medical attention.
Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately wash out mouth with water. If symptoms
develop seek medical attention.
Skin Wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms develop seek
medical attention.
Eye If contact with the eye(s) occur, wash with copious amounts of water, holding
eyelid(s) open. Take care not to rinse contaminated water into the non-affected
eye. If irritation develops and persists, seek medical attention.
First Aid Facilities Normal washroom facilities.
Advice to Doctor Treat symptomatically.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide and water spray.
Media
Hazards from Under fire conditions this product may emit toxic and/or irritating fumes
Combustion Products including carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.
Special Protective Full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus.
Equipment for fire
fighters
Specific Hazards Oil soaked rags should be stored in an approved safety container or washed with
soap and water, then dried in a well ventilated area to avoid spontaneous
combustion.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Emergency Procedures Slippery when spilt, avoid accidents. Remove all sources of heat. Increase
ventilation. Wear sufficient respiratory protection and full protective clothing
to minimise skin and eye exposure. Avoid inhalation. If possible contain the
spill. Place inert absorbent material onto spillage. Mop up material and place
into the same container. Wash hard surfaces with safety solvent or detergent to
remove remaining oil film. If the spillage enters the waterways contact the
Environmental Protection Authority, or your local Waste Management Authority.
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Product Name : BIODIESEL (FATTY ACID METHYL ESTERS)
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for Safe Use in a well ventilated area. DO NOT store or use in confined spaces. Build up
of mists or vapours in the atmosphere must be prevented. Avoid breathing in
Handling
spray or mists or vapours. Do not use near welding or other ignition sources and
avoid sparks. Do not smoke. Exposure without protection should be prevented in
order to lessen the possibility of skin disorders. It is essential that all who
come into contact with this material maintain high standards of personal hygiene
ie. washing hands prior to eating, drinking, smoking or using toilet facilities.
Conditions for Safe Store in a cool, dry well-ventilated area away from heat and out of direct
sunlight. Keep containers closed when not in use and securely sealed and
Storage
protected against physical damage. Inspect regularly for deficiencies such as
damage or leaks.
Storage Temperatures 10 - 50掳C
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
National Exposure No exposure standards have been established for this material by the National
Occupational Health And Safety Commission (NOHSC).
Standards
Biological Limit No biological limit allocated.
Values
Engineering Controls Provide sufficient ventilation to keep airborne levels below the exposure limit.
Where vapours or mists are generated, particularly in enclosed areas, and
natural ventilation is inadequate, a local exhaust ventilation system is
required.
Respiratory Protection If engineering controls are not effective in controlling airborne exposure then
respiratory protective equipment should be used suitable for protecting against
airborne contaminants. Final choice of appropriate breathing protection is
dependant upon actual airborne concentrations and the type of breathing
protection required will vary according to individual circumstances. Expert
advice may be required to make this decision. Reference should be made to
Australian Standards AS/NZS 1715, Selection, Use and maintenance of Respiratory
Protective Devices; and AS/NZS 1716, Respiratory Protective Devices.
Eye Protection Safety glasses with side shields, goggles or full-face shield as appropriate
recommended. Final choice of appropriate eye/face protection will vary according
to individual circumstances i.e. methods of handling or engineering controls and
according to risk assessments undertaken. Eye protection should conform with
Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 1337 - Eye Protectors for Industrial
Applications.
Hand Protection Wear gloves of impervious material such as PVC. Final choice of appropriate
gloves will vary according to individual circumstances i.e. methods of handling
or according to risk assessments undertaken. Reference should be made to AS/NZS
2161.1: Occupational protective gloves - Selection, use and maintenance.
Body Protection Wear appropriate clothing including chemical resistant apron where clothing is
likely to be contaminated.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Pale yellow, green or brown liquid.
Odour Not available.
Melting Point Not applicable.
Boiling Point > 200掳C
Solubility in Water Insoluble.
Specific Gravity 0.87 @ 25掳C
pH Value Not available.
Vapour Pressure < 2 mmHg @ 25掳C
Vapour Density Not applicable
(Air=1)
Flash Point > 150掳C (COC)
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Combustible.
Auto-Ignition Not available.
Temperature
Flammable Limits - Not available.
Lower
Flammable Limits - Not available.
Upper
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to Avoid Heat, flames and other ignition sources.
Incompatible Strong oxidisers.
Materials
Hazardous May release toxic or irritating fumes on decomposition including carbon oxides.
Decomposition
Products
Hazardous Will not occur.
Polymerization
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicology Acute toxicity:
LD50 Oral (rat): > 2000 mg/kg
Information
Inhalation Inhalation of product vapours may cause irritation of the nose, throat and
respiratory system.
Ingestion Ingestion of this product may irritate the gastric tract causing nausea and
vomiting.
Skin Skin contact may cause mechanical irritation resulting in redness and itching
Eye Eye contact may cause mechanical irritation.
Chronic Effects Not available.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity No ecological data available for this product.
Persistence / Not available.
Degradability
Mobility Not available.
Environ. Protection Avoid contaminating waterways.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal Dispose of waste according to federal, EPA and state regulations.
Considerations
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Transport Information Not classified as Dangerous Goods, according to the Australian Code for the
Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail.
Storage and Transport Not classified as dangerous.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Not Scheduled
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Date of preparation or MSDS Created: August 2007
last revision of MSDS
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