Updated June 11, 2007
CANDELI LLA WAX
Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS)
Eye Contact: Non-irritating to eyes.
1. PRODUCT I DENTI FI CATI ON
Skin Contact: Not expected to be a skin irritant.
Product Name: candelilla wax I ngestion: Do not ingest; product may cause abdominal
I NCI Name: Euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax discomfort
Synonyms:
CAS Number: 8006-44-8 8. FI RST AI D MEASURES
EI NECS Number: 232-347-0
Eyes: Irrigate eyes with a heavy stream of water for at least 15 to
Origin: natural
20 minutes. If irritation persists get medical attention.
Skin: Wash exposed areas of the body with soap and water.
2. PHYSI CAL & CHEMI CAL PROPERTI ES
I nhalation: Remove from area of exposure. If breathing is
69 - 73oC (156 - 163oF)
Melting Point: difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Boiling Point: not available I ngestion: If gastrointestinal symptoms develop, consult medical
Vapor Pressure, mmHg: not available personnel.
Vapor Density, Air= 1: not available
9. FI RE FI GHTI NG MEASURES
% Volatile by Volume: 0
Specific Gravity: 0.95-0.96
Flash Point: 554oF; ASTM D-92
Solubility in w ater: insoluble
Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide.
Saponification Value: 43 - 65
Water may be ineffective, but can be used to cool containers ex-
Appearance & Odor: yellow prills, odorless
posed to heat. Caution should be exercised when using water/ foam,
as frothing may occur, especially if sprayed into hot, burning liquid.
3. STABI LI TY & REACTI VI TY
Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear full fire-
Chemical Stability: stable under normal conditions fighting turn-out gear (full Bunker gear) including NIOSH-approved
I ncompatibility: strong oxidizers self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in
Hazardous Decomposition: none known the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
Hazardous Polymerisation: stable under normal conditions
10. TOXI COLOGI CAL I NFORMATI ON
4. HANDLI NG & STORAGE
Acute LD50: not determined
Wash thoroughly after handling. As with all chemicals, good Chronic LD50: not determined
industrial hygiene practices should be followed when handling this Decomposition: not determined
material.
Ecological Toxicity: not determined
Avoid freezing or excessive heat. Do not handle or store near an
open flame, heat or other sources of ignition. Keep the container 11. DI SPOSAL CONSI DERATI ONS
tightly closed and in a cool, well-ventilated place.
Storage and disposal must be in accordance with applicable local,
5. ACCI DENTAL RELEASE MEASURES state & federal disposal regulations. Characterization and com-
pliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the
Isolate spill area immediately. Keep unauthorized personnel away.
generator.
Ventilate closed spaces before entering. Do not touch or walk
through spilled material. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, 12. TRANSPORT I NFORMATI ON
basements or confined areas. Surface may become slippery after
DOT Shipping Name / Hazard Class: Not Restricted
spillage. Use vacuum or broom sweeping and remove to disposal
ADR/ RI C Code / Hazard Class: Not Restricted
container. If damp, flush with water.
Sea Transport I MDG Code / Hazard Class: Not Restricted
6. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTI ON Air Transport I ATA Code / Hazard Class: Not Restricted
Respiratory Protection: No specific protective measures 13. DI SCLAI MER
necessary.
This information relates only to the specific material designated and
Protective Clothing: Gloves recommended to prevent prolonged
may not be valid for such material used in combination with any
skin contact. Safety glasses, goggles, or face shield recommended
other materials or in any other process. Such information is to be
for eye protection.
the best of the company s knowledge and believed accurate and
Other Protective Measures: Employees must practice good
reliable as of the date indicated. However, no representation,
personal hygiene, washing exposed areas of skin several times daily
warranty or guarantee of any kind, express or implied, is made as
and laundering contaminated clothing before re-use.
to its accuracy, reliability or completeness and we assume no
7. HAZARDS I DENTI FI CATI ON responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or
consequential, arising out of use. It is the user s responsibility to
General: No specific hazard known.
satisfy himself as to the suitableness & completeness of such
I nhalation: No specific hazard known.
information for his own particular use.
ALL DATA HEREIN ARE ALL AS PER OUR SUPPLIER.
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