| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2200 |
| Health: | 1 |
| Flammability | 1 |
| Reactivity | 0 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Paraffin Wax (Household Type) |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | N/A |
| RTECS: | RV0350000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 8002-74-2 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Paraffin Wax (Household Type) | CAS# 8002-74-2 | 100% | W/W | ACGIH TWA 2 mg/mƒ (fume) |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Keep away from heat and ignition sources. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Keep away from heat and ignition sources. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Wash exposed area with soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: Give several glasses of milk or water. Vomiting may occur spontaneously, but DO NOT INDUCE! Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol foam |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Wear Protective equipment. Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials. Wash thoroughly after handling. |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | 50-57°c | Specific Gravity | information not available
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| Boiling Point: | Information not available |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | 0 |
| Vapor Pressure: | not applicable |
Evaporation Rate: | not applicable |
| Vapor Density: |
not applicable |
Evaporation Standard: |
Not Applicable |
| Solubility in Water: |
insoluble |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
Not applicable |
| Appearance and Odor: |
colorless to white wax |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
| Flash Point: |
information not available |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with heat, sparks, flames, or other sources of ignition. |
Materials to Avoid:
Strong oxidizing agents. |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, acrid fumes |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| DANGER!! This material can produce TOXIC fumes under fire conditions. Effects of over exposure: irritation to the eyes,skin and respiratory tract. Acute: material is harmful if inhaled,ingested or absorbed through the skin. Chronic: none are listed by the manufacturer. It is also stated that this material has not yet been fully invetigated. Target organs:lungs,throat,upper respiratory,kidney and bladder. Conditions aggravated/target organs. Persons with pre-existing eye,skin or respiratory conditions may be more susceptible. |
| DOT Classification: Not Regulated |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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