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FUEL PELLET
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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U.S. Department of Labour, Occupational Safety
& Health Administration (Non-mandatory Form)
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Form approved by OMB No. 1218-0072
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| SECTION 1 |
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| Identity: |
Fuel Pellet |
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| Chemical Family: |
Petroleum |
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| Trade Name: |
Chornco |
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| SECTION 2 HAZARDOUS / TOXIC
INGREDIENTS |
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| Not applicable |
Non-hazardous as defined by 29 CFR 1915.2 (s) |
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| SECTION 3 PHYSICAL DATA |
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| Appearance & Odour |
Yellow Tablet |
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| Specific gravity (H20 = 1): |
0.83 |
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| Melting Point: |
120°F |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Negligible |
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| Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate): |
< 1 |
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| Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) |
< 1 |
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| Vapor Density (air = 1) |
< 1 |
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| SECTION 4 FIRE AND EXPLOSION
HAZARD DATA |
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| Flash Point: |
350°F C.O.C |
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| Flammable Limits: |
Not Determined |
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| Extinguishing Media: |
Any UL approved Class B media such as foam, CO2,
or dry chemical. |
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| Special Fire & Explosion Hazards: |
Avoid water and steam to fight fire. The product will float. |
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| SECTION 5 REACTIVE DATA |
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| Stability: |
Stable. Avoid temperature greater than 75°C. |
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| Incompatibility: |
Avoid strong oxidising agents. |
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| Hazardous Polymerization: |
Will not occur. |
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| Conditions to avoid: |
Avoid heat and open flame. |
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| SECTION 6 HEALTH HAZARD DATA |
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| Routes of Entry: |
Ingestion |
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| Health Hazards: |
Not toxic. Not a primary skin irritant. Mild eye irritant. |
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| Carcinogenicity: |
Not determined |
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| Signs & symptoms of exposure: |
Prolonged exposure may irritation of the eyes. |
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Medical conditions generally aggravated
by exposure:
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Not known |
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| First Aid Procedures: |
Eye contact - immediately flush with water for 15 minutes,
call physician. |
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Skin contact - wash with soap and water. |
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Swallowing - induce vomiting, call physician. |
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| SECTION 7 PRECAUTIONS FOR
SAFE HANDLING AND USE |
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| Steps to be taken in case material is released
or spilled: |
Solid material can bee scooped. If melted by heat allow to
cool at room temperature before handling. If burned, extinguish flame and
allow to cool to room temperature before handling. |
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| Waste Disposal Method: |
Dispose according to local approved government regulations. |
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| Handling & Storage: |
Avoid contact with heat and open flame. |
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| SECTION 8 CONTROL MEASURES |
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| Respiratory Protection: |
Organic vapour cartridge or canister when exposed to heat
vapours. |
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| Ventilation: |
Local exhaust preferred. Special - not required |
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| Eye Protection: |
Use safety goggles. |
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| Protective Gloves: |
Oil resistant recommended. |
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| Work / Hygienic Practices: |
Wash hands after handling. Face dust protection when manufacturing
only. |
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