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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Manufacturer's Name: ALTANA INC.
Divisions: E. FOUGERA & COMPANY DIVISION
PHARMADERM DIVISION
Street Address: 60 BAYLIS ROAD
City, State, Zip Code: MELVILLE, NEW YORK 11747
Emergency Telephone No.: (800) 424-9300 , (631) 454-7677
SECTION 1: IDENTITY
Product Name:
Synonyms:
CAS #:
Chemical Family:
Formula:
White Petrolatum USP
White Petrolatum, Petroleum Jelly, Petrolatum, Mineral Jelly.
8009-03-8
Saturated Hydrocarbon (Alkane)
Varies
SECTION 2: SAFETY and HAZARD RATINGS
Health (Acute-Chronic):
Flammability:
Reactivity:
Environment (Air-Water-Soil):
Special Hazards:
Protective Equipment:
1–0
1
0
0–0–3
None.
General ventilation, eye and hand wash, safety glasses
RATINGS
Minimal 0
Slight 1
Moderate 2
Severe 3
Extreme 4
SECTION 3: EMERGENCY and FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Eyes:
Skin:
Ingestion:
Inhalation:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING due to aspiration hazard. If vomiting should occur, lower head below knees to
avoid aspiration. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration.
CALL A PHYSICIAN
CONTACT A POISON CONTROL CENTER
SECTION 4: INGREDIENTS
CARCINOGEN HAZARD DATA
N AM E C AS# % IA RC N TP O SH A
ACGIH
TLV
O SH A
PEL
White Petrolatum 8009-03-8 no no no not established
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SECTION 5: FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point:
Auto-ignition Temperature F:o
Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL:
UEL:
Extinguishing Media:
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards:
199 C (390 F)o o
Not determined.
Not determined.
Not determined.
Alcohol foam, Dry chemical, Carbon dioxide.
Use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
None.
SECTION 6: REACTIVITY DATA (PHYSICAL HAZARDS)
Stability: [ X ] Stable [ ] Unstable
Conditions and Chemicals to Avoid: Avoid extreme heat and oxidants.
Hazardous Combustion or Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, Carbon monoxide
Hazardous Polymerization: [ ] May Occur [ X ] Should Not Occur
SECTION 7: HEALTH HAZARDS
Primary Route(s) of Entry:
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
a. Overexposure Effects:
b. Chronic Effects
1. Inhalation:
2. Eyes:
3. Skin:
4. Ingestion:
5. Medical Conditions
Potentially Aggravated:
Dermal, Ingestion.
a. Generally non-toxic.
b. None known.
1. None expected under normal conditions of use.
2. Keep out of eyes; minimally irritating.
3. Minimally irritating.
4. Produces mild laxative effect. Not absorbed, but may inhibit the absorption of
digestible lipids.
5. None known.
SECTION 8: SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS and SPILL/LEAK PROCEDURES
Precautions to be Taken in
Handling/Storage:
Keep container closed when not in use. Do not handle or store near extreme heat or
oxidants.
Hygienic Practices: Use proper personal hygiene.
When Material is Released or Spilled: Assure slippery conditions are nullified. Add sand or dirt. Scoop up and remove.
Wash area with soap and water. Dispose of in accordance with federal, state and local
regulations.
Waste Disposal Methods: Assure conformity with applicable disposal regulations. Dispose of absorbed material
at approved incineration or chemical landfill waste disposal site.
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SECTION 9: SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection:
Skin Protection:
Eye Protection:
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment:
General ventilation.
Normal hygiene.
Normal hygiene.
None.
SECTION 10: CONTAINERS and LABELING
Special Precautions:
Recommended Container:
Protect the Container by:
Container Should be Handled in an Area with:
The Empty Container is:
Precautionary Label:
Warning Placard:
IMO Hazard Class #:
UN/NA #:
Hazard Classification:
DOT Name:
Shipping Instructions:
Keep container closed when not in use. Do not handle or store near extreme
heat and oxidants.
As supplied (not sold in bulk quantity).
Avoid physical damage and heat.
Cool, dry conditions.
Safe after proper cleaning.
For external use only.
Keep out of reach of children.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Keep away from extreme heat and oxidants.
SECTION 11: ENVIRONMENTAL RISKS
Aquatic Toxicity:
Biodegradability:
Partition Coefficient:
Not indicated.
Not indicated.
Not indicated.
SECTION 12: REGULATORY INFORMATION
Refer to the following
references:
OSHA Regulations:
DOT Regulations:
EPA Regulations:
Other:
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
FDA: 21 CFR 172.880
21 CFR 175.105
NDC: 0168-0053-16
0168-0053-21
0168-0053-45
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SECTION 13: PHYSICAL DATA
Appearance and Odor:
Molecular Weight:
pH:
Refractive Index @ 20 C:o
Viscosity @ 25 C:o
Boiling Point:
Freezing/Melting Point:
Congealing Point:
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg @ 20 C):o
Vapor Density (Air=1):
Solubility in Water:
Solubility in Alcohol:
Solubility in Oil:
Solubility in Other:
2Specific Gravity (H O=1):
% Volatile by Volume:
Evaporation Rate (Ether=1):
An oily, transparent amorphous mass, colorless-to-amber in color, and practically
odorless. Consistency varies with temperature.
Not indicated.
Not applicable.
Not indicated.
Not indicated.
~ 343 C (650 F)o o
38 –60 C (100 –140 F)o o o o
Not indicated.
<1.0
Not applicable.
Insoluble.
Insoluble.
Soluble
Not determined.
0.815–0.880 @ 60 Co
0
0
Date of Preparation/Change:
June 6, 2005
Revision # 3 Replaces
June 14, 2002
The information presented herein relates to the specific material described and may not be valid for this material used in
combination with any other materials or in any process. This information is, to the best of our knowledge, accurate and reliable on
the date compiled. We make no representation, warranty or guarantee as to its accuracy, reliability or completeness.
It is the reader's responsibility to ascertain whether the information supplied is suitable and complete for that person's specific
uses. This Material Safety Data Sheet was prepared for ALTANA INC. by:
COM PLIANCE INNOVATIONS, INC.
706 Route 15 South, Suite 207
Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey 07849
973-663-1120 • fax 973-663-2378
helpdesk@chemply.com
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