Material Safety Data Sheet U.S. Department of Labor
May be used to comply with Occupational Safety and Health
Administration
OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard, (Non-Mandatory Form)
29 CFR 1910.1200. Standard must be Form Approved
consulted for specific requirements. OMB No. 1218-0072
IDENTITY (As used on Label and List) Note: Blank spaces are not permitted. If any item is not
applicable, or no information is available, the space must be
STERILE MINERAL OIL marked to indicate that.
Section I
Manufacturer’s Name: Geritrex Corp. Emergency Telephone Number: (914) 668-4003
Address (Number , Street, City, State, and ZIP Code) Telephone Number for Information: (914) 668-4003
144 Kingsbridge Rd. East Date Prepared: 10/11/04
Mount Vernon, NY 10550 Signature of Preparer (optional): L.Krishnamurthy
Section II – Hazardous Ingredients/Identity information
Hazardous Components (Specific Chemical Identity; Common Names(s) OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Other Limits %(optional)
Recommended
None
Section III – Physical/Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point: N/A Specific Gravity (H2O = 1) 0.818-0.88
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.) <0.1 Melting Point: N/A
Vapor Density (AIR = 1) >1 Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate =1) N/A
Solubility in Water: Insoluble in cold water
Appearance and Odor: odorless clear oily liquid
Section IV – Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (method Used): 331oF Flammable Limits: No data LEL UEL
Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, alcohol foam, or carbon dioxide. Water or foam may cause frothing. Do not
allow water runoff to enter sewers or waterways.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Fire fighters must be bunker gear including NIOSH approved Self-contained Breathing
Apparatus
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: This material burns but does not readily ignite. Releases vapors when heated above flash
point. In enclosed spaces, the heated vapor can ignite with explosive force.
(Reproduce locally)
OSHA 174, Sept. 1985
Section V – Reactivity Data
Stability: Unstable: Conditions to Avoid: Keep away from extreme heat,
Stable: x Flame, sparks, open flames and strongly oxidizing
conditions
*Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
Strong oxidizers_________________________________________________________________________
Hazardous Decomposition or By products: Carbondioxide, carbonmonoxide, smoke, fumes or unburnt
hydrocarbons may form when heated to decomposition
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Hazardous Polymerization: May Occur: Conditions to Avoid: N/A
Will Not Occur: X
Section VI – Health Hazard Data
Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation? No Skin? No Ingestion? Yes
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic): Minimal irritation to eyes on short-term exposure. No significant adverse effect on
exposure to skin .
If swallowed will have an laxative action and will cause severe damage if it enters lungs
Carcinogenicity: NTP? IARC Monographs? OSHA Regulated?
None Known
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Possible Irritant to eyes.
Medical Conditions: No significant symptoms
Emergency and First Aid Procedures: Eyes - Flush with large amounts of running water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical
attention if excessive tearing or redness.
Skin – Wash exposed areas with soap and water and if irritation or tissue damage occurs, seek medical attention.
Ingestion - Do not induce vomiting or give anything by mouth. If victim is drowsy or unconscious, place on the left side with
head down. Call a physician immediately
Section VII – Precaution for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled: Prevent entry into water or sewage. Do not touch the damaged
containers without any protective wearing. Stop leak if it can be done without any risk.
For small spills, absorb with dry earth, sand or inert absorbent material.
For larger spills seek clean-up advice from specialists to avoid any damage to physical habitat.
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose in accordance with Federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing:
Keep containers closed and store below 120°F. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight for prolonged time
Other Precautions: Do not store with strong oxidizing agents.
Section VIII – Control Measures
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): Not necessary under normal conditions
Ventilation: Local Exhaust: Needed to keep the concentrations of Special:
airborne mists/vapors below the limits.
Mechanical (General): Other:
Protective Gloves: Use sterile gloves made of neoprene Eye Protection: Safety Goggles
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Safety Shower, Eye Wash
Work/Hygienic Practices: Wash the exposed parts with plenty of water and mild soap before eating, drinking, use of toilets
THE INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS IN THIS DATA SHEET ARE BELIEVED TO BE
CORRECT AND RELIABLE. HOWEVER THE DATA IS OFFERED FOR CONSIDERATION AND
VERIFICATION BY THE USER AND Geritrex Corp. OFFERS NO GUARANTEE, WARRANT OR
REPRESENTATION AS TO THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE DATA.