Updated June 15, 2007
VASELI NE ( PETROLEUM JELLY)
Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS)
I nhalation: Mild irritation of nose & throat upon overexposure
1. PRODUCT I DENTI FI CATI ON
Eye Contact : Mild irrtation upon overexposure.
Product Name: Vaseline, petroleum jelly Skin Contact: Not expected to be a skin irritant. Dermal Contact:
I NCI Name: Euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax Shortness of breath and coughing upon overexposure.
Synonyms: petrolatum I ngestion: Abdominal discomfort & diarrhea upon overexposure
CAS Number: 8009-03-8
EI NECS Number: 232-373-2 8. FI RST AI D MEASURES
Origin: obtained from petroleum
Eyes: Irrigate eyes with a heavy stream of water for at least 15 to
20 minutes. If irritation persists get medical attention.
2. PHYSI CAL & CHEMI CAL PROPERTI ES
Skin: Wash exposed areas of the body with soap and water.
> 37oC (100oF)
Melting Point: I nhalation: Remove from area of exposure. If breathing is
343oC (650oF)
Boiling Point: difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Vapor Pressure, mmHg: < 1mm I ngestion: If gastrointestinal symptoms develop, consult medical
Vapor Density, Air= 1: not available personnel. Do not induce vomiting.
% Volatile by Volume: 0
Specific Gravity: 0.86 9. FI RE FI GHTI NG MEASURES
Solubility in w ater: insoluble
Flash Point: 400oF (204oC)
Saponification Value: not available
Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide. .
Appearance & Odor: colorless jelly, odorless
Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear full fire-
fighting turn-out gear (full Bunker gear) including NIOSH-approved
3. STABI LI TY & REACTI VI TY
self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in
Chemical Stability: stable under normal conditions the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
I ncompatibility: may react with strong oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition: none known 10. TOXI COLOGI CAL I NFORMATI ON
Hazardous Polymerisation: stable under normal conditions
Acute/ chornic LD50: no data
Carciongenicity: Not identified as carcinogen by OSHA/ IARC/NTP
4. HANDLI NG & STORAGE
Mutgenicity: Not Indicated
As with all chemicals, good industrial hygiene practices should be Reproductive Effects: Not Indicated
followed when handling this material.
Avoid freezing or excessive heat. Do not handle or store near an 11. DI SPOSAL CONSI DERATI ONS
open flame, heat or other sources of ignition. Keep the container
Storage and disposal must be in accordance with applicable local,
tightly closed and in a cool, well-ventilated place.
state & federal disposal regulations. Characterization and com-
pliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the
5. ACCI DENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
generator.
Scrap up material into waste containers or absorb with dry sand or
oil absorbent. Clean spill area with detergent solution or safety 12. REGULATORY I NFORMATI ON
solvent. Provide adequate ventilation during clean-up procedure.
RCRA Hazardous Waste Number/ Classification: N/ A
Surface may become slippery after spillage. Use vacuum or broom
CERCLA Substance: N/ A
sweeping and remove to disposal container.
CERCLA Reportable Quantit y: 10,000 lbs (Default)
SARA 311/ 312 Codes: N/ A
6. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTI ON
SARA Toxic Chemical: N/ A
Respiratory Protection: No specific measures necessary.
Protective Clothing: Gloves recommended to prevent prolonged 13. TRANSPORTATI ON
skin contact. Safety glasses, goggles, or face shield recommended
Shipping Name: Petroleum Jelly
for eye protection.
Other Protective Measures: Clean PPE and work clothing
13. DI SCLAI MER
contaminated with Petroleum
Jelly prior to reuse. This information relates only to the specific material designated and
may not be valid for such material used in combination with any
7. HAZARDS I DENTI FI CATI ON
other materials or in any other process. Such information is to be
General: Prolonged exposure to elevated concentrations of vapors the best of the company s knowledge and believed accurate and
may result in irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat. Short exposure reliable as of the date indicated. However, no representation, war-
not expected to cause irritations. ranty or guarantee of any kind, express or implied, is made as to its
Potential Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation, dermal accuracy, reliability or completeness and we assume no respon-
contact, eye contact. sibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or consequential,
Target Organs: None identified arising out of use. It is the user s responsibility to satisfy himself as
to the suitableness & completeness of such information for his own
particular use.
ALL DATA HEREIN ARE ALL AS PER OUR SUPPLIER.
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