Material Safety Data Sheet
Printed: 20.07.2005
Revised: 20.07.2005
Lithofin MN Slate Oil
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1 Identification of substance:
Product details:
Trade name: Lithofin MN Slate Oil
Application of the substance / the preparation Floor care product
Distributor:
GranQuartz, L. P.
P.O. Box 2206
Tucker, GA 30085-2206/USA
Information Department:
see above
Emergency Information:
information department
24-Hour Emergency Telephone Number:
1-800-255-3924 (USA & Canada) or 813-248-0585
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2 Composition/Data on components:
Chemical characterization
Description: Solvent based wax
Dangerous components:
64742-82-1 Naphtha, (petroleum), hydrodesulphurized heavy 50-100 %
Additional information Benzene < 0,1 %
TSCA
64742-82-1 Naphtha, (petroleum), hydrodesulphurized heavy
64742-55-8 Distillates (petroleum), hydro treated light paraffin
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3 Hazards identification
Hazard description:
Harmful
Dangerous for the environment
Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment
Flammable.
Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness
NFPA ratings (scale 0-4)
Health = 2
Fire = 3
Reactivity = 0
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4 First aid measures
General information
Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product.
After inhalation
Remove victim from contaminated area. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing stops, provide
artificial respiration. Call a doctor.
After skin contact
Clean effected skin thoroughly with water and a mild cleansing agent.
No residues shall remain on the skin.
If skin irritation continues, consult a doctor.
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Printed: 20.07.2005
Revised: 20.07.2005
Lithofin MN Slate Oil
After eye contact
First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if worn.
Rinse the eyes with open eyelids for 10 - 15 minutes with water. Then consult an eye specialist
immediately.
After swallowing
Do not induce vomiting; immediately call for medical help.
If vomiting occurs spontaneously:
Hold the head of the casualty low with the body in a prone position in order to avoid penetration of
vomit into the air tube (danger of aspiration).
Information for doctor
Treatment
In cases of irritation to the lungs, initial treatment with Dexametason metered aerosol.
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5 Fire fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing agents
Foam
Extinguishing powder
Carbon dioxide
Sand
Use fire fighting measures that suit the environment.
For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents Water with full jet.
Special hazards caused by the material, its products of combustion or resulting gases:
Formation of toxic gases is possible during heating or in case of fire.
Protective equipment:
Wear self-contained respiratory protective device.
Additional information
Dispose of fire debris and contaminated fire fighting water in accordance with official regulations.
Collect contaminated fire fighting water separately. It must not enter the sewage system.
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6 Accidental release measures
Person-related safety precautions:
Ensure adequate ventilation
Wear protective clothing.
Keep unprotected persons away.
Measures for environmental protection:
Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.
Inform respective authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system.
Do not allow to penetrate the ground/soil.
In case of seepage into the ground inform responsible authorities.
Measures for cleaning/collecting:
Absorb with non-combustible material like sand, soil, diatomite.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Send for recovery or disposal in suitable receptacles.
Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
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7 Handling and storage
Handling
Information for safe handling:
Use only in well ventilated areas.
Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
Keep receptacles tightly sealed.
Use solvent-proof equipment.
Avoid inhalation of vapours.
Information about protection against explosions and fires:
Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke.
Protect against electrostatic charges.
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