SAFETY DATA SHEET Ref. No.

20015

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Trade Name

ROCOL WIRE ROPE SPRAY

Manufacturer/Supplier

ROCOL Lubricants

Address

ROCOL House,

Swillington, Leeds,

LS26 8BS,

ENGLAND

Phone Number

+44 (0) 113 2322700

Fax Number

+44 (0) 113 2322760

Emergency Phone Number

+44 (0) 113 2322600

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON THE COMPONENTS

Component Name

Codes

Concentration

R Phrases

Classification

HYDROCARBON AEROSOL PROPELLANT (<0.1% 1,3 BUTADIENE)

68476-85-7

30.00 - 60.00

R12

F+

SOLVENT REFINED MINERAL OIL

064742-01-4

15.00 - 30.00

PENTANE

000109-66-0

15.00 - 30.00

R12, R51/53, R65, R66, R67

F+, Xn, N

HEPTANE

000142-82-5

15.00 - 30.00

R11, R38, R50/53, R65, R67

F, Xn, N

R11

R11 Highly flammable.

R12

R12 Extremely flammable.

R38

R38 Irritating to skin.

R50/53

R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

R51/53

R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

R65

R65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.

R66

R66 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.

R67

R67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.

F

F - Highly flammable

F+

F+ - Extremely flammable

N

N - Dangerous to the Environment

Xn

Xn - Harmful

3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

Main Hazards

Extremely flammable.

Health Effects - Eyes

Liquid may cause slight transient irritation.

Health Effects - Skin

Repeated or prolonged contact may produce defatting of the skin leading to irritation and dermatitis.

Health Effects - Ingestion

Swallowing may have the following effects:- lung damage.

Health Effects - Inhalation

Exposure to vapour at high concentrations may have the following effects:- drowsiness.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

First Aid - Eyes

Wash out eye with plenty of water. Obtain medical attention if soreness or redness persists.

First Aid - Skin

Wash skin with soap and water. Apply a reconditioning skin cream.

First Aid - Ingestion

Do not induce vomiting. Obtain medical attention.

First Aid - Inhalation

Remove from exposure.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing Media

Keep containers and surroundings cool with water spray. Use foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Unsuitable Extinguishing Media

Do not use water jet.

Special Hazards of Product

Containers may explode in heat of fire. This product may give rise to hazardous fumes in a fire.

Protective Equipment for Fire-Fighting

Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus, chemical goggles, loose-fitting rubber or leather gloves and full aluminized safety suit including hood.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions

Eliminate all sources of ignition. Ventilate the area. Material can create slippery conditions underfoot.

Environmental Precautions

Try to prevent the material from entering drains or water courses. Advise Authorities if spillage has entered water course or sewer or has contaminated soil or vegetation.

Spillages

Contain and absorb using earth, sand or other inert material. Transfer into suitable containers for recovery or disposal.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling

Use in well ventilated area.

Storage

Storage temperature should be kept below 50 °C. Storage area should be: out of direct sunlight.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Occupational Exposure Standards

HYDROCARBON AEROSOL PROPELLANT (<0.1% 1,3 BUTADIENE)

Occupational exposure standards for significant components are:

UK EH40: OES 1750mg/m3 8h TWA. UK EH40: OES 2180mg/m3 15min TWA. (LPG)

UK EH40: OES 1450mg/m3 8h TWA. UK EH40: OES 1810mg/m3 15min TWA. (Butane)

The minimal atmospheric oxygen concentration should be 18% by volume under normal atmospheric pressure.

OIL MIST, MINERAL

UK EH40: OES 5mg/m3 8h TWA. UK EH40: OES 10mg/m3 15min TWA.

PENTANE

An exposure limit of 600ppm (1800mg/m3) 8h TWA is recommended.

HEPTANE

An exposure limit of 285ppm (1200mg/m3) 8h TWA is recommended.

Engineering Control Measures

Engineering methods to prevent or control exposure are preferred. Methods include process or personnel enclosure, mechanical ventilation (dilution and local exhaust), and control of process conditions.

Respiratory Protection

Respiratory protection if there is a risk of exposure to high vapour concentrations.

Hand Protection

PVC gloves.

Eye Protection

Chemical goggles if there is a risk of eye contact.

Body Protection

Normal work wear.

Protection During Application

During application, flames and unsealed lights must be extinguished and adequate ventilation must be provided.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical State

Liquid.

Colour

Black.

Odour

Characteristic.

Flash Point (PMCC) (°C)

<0 (based on major component)

Explosion Limits (%)

Data not available.

Solubility in Water (kg/m3)

Insoluble.

Vapour Density (Air = 1)

Heavier than air.

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Conditions to Avoid

Exposure to direct sunlight. Temperatures in excess of 50 °C.

Materials to Avoid

Strong oxidising agents.

Hazardous Decomposition Products

Combustion will generate: smoke, possibly thick and choking, resulting in zero visibility.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute Toxicity

Low order of acute toxicity.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Mobility

The product will leach into soil. If released to water the product will float.

Persistence/Degradability

The product is expected to be resistant to biodegradation.

Bio-accumulation

Product is not expected to bioaccumulate.

13. DISPOSAL

Product Disposal

Dispose of in accordance with all applicable local and national regulations.

Container Disposal

Plastic caps and empty aerosols may be recycled via appropriate routes. Empty aerosols may be disposed of by authorised landfill. Do not incinerate closed containers.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UN Number

1950

UN Proper Shipping Name

Aerosols

UN Class

2.1

UK Proper Shipping Name

Aerosols

UK Classification

2.1

UK Transport Category

2

ADR/RID - Description

Aerosols.

ADR/RID - Class

2

ADR/RID - Item No.

5°F

IMDG - Proper Shipping Name

Aerosols

IMDG - Class

2.1

IMDG - Page No.

2102

IMDG - Ems Number

2-13

IMDG - MFAG Table Number

620

IATA - Proper Shipping Name

Aerosols

IATA - Class

2.1

Tremcard No. TEC(R)

20G26

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Labelling Information

Extremely flammable

R phrases

R12 Extremely flammable.

S phrases

S16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No Smoking.

S51 Use only in well ventilated areas. S23 Do not breathe spray.

S2 Keep out of reach of children.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Product Use

For industrial use only. Lubricant.

MSDS first issued

22 August 1997

MSDS data revised

23 January 2001

17. NATIONAL LEGISLATION

EC Legislation

EC Directive 91/155/EEC defining the laying down and detailed arrangements for the system of specific information relating to dangerous preparations.

EC Directive 88/379/EEC relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous preparations.

EC Directive 94/1/EC adapting some technicalities of Council Directive 75/324/EEC on the approximation of the laws of Member States relating to aerosol dispensers.

UK Guidance Publications

EH40, Occupational Exposure Limits, HSE. Revised Annually.

CHIP 97 Guidance on Regulations (ISBN 0-7176-1366-6) page 39 para.155 - reference application of the aspiration hazard (R65) to aerosols.

Approved Supply List (Third Edition)(ISBN 0-7176-1116-7) Introduction, page xiv et seq - Notes H & L apply to the complex oil derived constituents of this preparation.

To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. Although certain hazards may be described we cannot predict that these are the only hazards, or combination of hazards, that may exist in a workplace. This Safety Data Sheet, therefore, forms a component only of a risk assessment carried out by, or on behalf of, the user.