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SAFETY DATA SHEETPerkins Special T3 15W-40
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
1.1. Product identifier
Product name

Perkins Special T3 15W-40

Product No.

7402-099

Internal Id

11184

Synonyms, Trade Names

Perkins Part Number T400401

REACH Registration number

Not applicable - mixture

REACH Registration notes

Not applicable.

1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses

Lubricant. Engine oil.

1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Supplier

Perkins Engine CompanyPeterboroughPE1 5FQ
Tel: +44(0)1733 583000
dawn.kenyon@radcat.co.uk

1.4. Emergency telephone number
Radcat emergency contact number (9.00 - 17.00 hrs): 07977566296
Radcat out of office hours emergency contact number: 01942 824635

SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification (EC 1272/2008)

Classification (1999/45/EEC)

Physical and Chemical Hazards Not classified.
Human healthNot classified.
Environment
Not classified.
Not classified.

The Full Text for all R-Phrases and Hazard Statements are Displayed in Section 16.

2.2. Label elements
Label In Accordance With (EC) No. 1272/2008
No pictogram required.
Supplementary Precautionary Statements
P273
P501

Avoid release to the environment.
Dispose of contents/container to …

EUH208

Contains Long chain alkyl thio carbamide metal complex. May produce anallergic reaction.
Safety data sheet available on request.

Supplemental label information

EUH2102.3. Other hazards
None identified. This product does not contain any PBT or vPvB substances.
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SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.2. Mixtures
Distillates,hydrotreated heavy paraffinic

60-100%EC No.: 265-157-1

CAS-No.: 64742-54-7

Registration Number: 01-2119484627-25-0014

Classification (EC 1272/2008)
Not classified.

Classification (67/548/EEC)
Not classified.

Long chain alkyl thio carbamide metal complex< 1%

EC No.: 457-320-2

CAS-No.:Registration Number: 01-0000019337-66

Classification (EC 1272/2008)
Skin Irrit. 2 - H315
Skin Sens. 1 - H317
Aquatic Chronic 3 - H412

Classification (67/548/EEC)
Xi;R38.
R43,R52/53.

Zinc bis[O-(6-methylheptyl)]bis[O-(sec-butyl)]bis(dithiophosphate)

1-5%

EC No.: 272-577-9

CAS-No.:Registration Number: 01-2119543726-33

Classification (EC 1272/2008)
Skin Irrit. 2 - H315
Eye Dam. 1 - H318
Aquatic Chronic 2 - H411

Classification (67/548/EEC)
Xi;R38,R41.
N;R51/53.

The Full Text for all R-Phrases and Hazard Statements are Displayed in Section 16.
REACH Registration number

Not applicable - mixture

REACH Registration notes

Not applicable.

Composition Comments
The data shown are in accordance with the latest EC Directives.

SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1. Description of first aid measures
General information
Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.
Inhalation
In case of inhalation of spray mist: Move person into fresh air and keep at rest. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.
Ingestion
Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. Do not induce vomiting.
Skin contact
Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash skin with soap and water.
Eye contact
Immediately flush with plenty of water for up to 15 minutes. Remove any contact lenses and open eyes wide apart. Get medical attention
promptly if symptoms occur after washing.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
General information
If adverse symptoms develop as described the casualty should be transferred to hospital as soon as possible.

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Inhalation
Upper respiratory irritation.
Ingestion
Droplets of the product aspirated into the lungs through ingestion or vomiting may cause a serious chemical pneumonia.
Skin contact
Prolonged skin contact may cause redness and irritation.
Eye contact
Irritation of eyes and mucous membranes.

4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treat Symptomatically.

SECTION 5: FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
5.1. Extinguishing media
Extinguishing media
Extinguish with foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog.

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Hazardous combustion products
Fire or high temperatures create: Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO2). Nitrous gases (NOx). Sulphurous gases (SOx). Other
unidentified organic and inorganic gases and compounds, some of which may be toxic.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards
Heat may cause the containers to explode.

5.3. Advice for firefighters
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
Keep run-off water out of sewers and water sources. Dike for water control.
Protective equipment for fire-fighters
Self-contained breathing apparatus.

SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
For personal protection, see section 8. In case of spills, beware of slippery floors and surfaces.

6.2. Environmental precautions
Contain spillage with sand or earth. Do not allow to enter drains, sewers or watercourses. The product is insoluble in water and will spreadon the water surface.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Contain spillage with sand or earth. Use sealed containers for reclamation or dispose of at a licenced hazardous waste collection point.
Avoid contact with water. Spillages or uncontrolled discharges into watercourses must be IMMEDIATELY alerted to the Environmental
Agency or other appropriate regulatory body.

6.4. Reference to other sections
For personal protection, see section 8. See section 11 for additional information on health hazards. For waste disposal, see section 13.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. Always remove oil with soap and water or skin cleaning agent, never use organic solvents. Do notuse oil-contaminated clothing or shoes, and do not put rags moistened with oil into pockets.

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in tightly closed original container in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
Storage Class
Miscellaneous hazardous material storage.

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7.3. Specific end use(s)The identified uses for this product are detailed in Section 1.2.

SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1. Control parameters
NameSTDDistillates,hydrotreated heavy paraffinic

ACGIH

TWA - 8 Hrs
5 mg/m3

STEL - 15 Min

Notes

10 mg/m3

ACGIH = American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists.

8.2. Exposure controls
Protective equipment

Process conditions
Use engineering controls to reduce air contamination to permissible exposure level.
Engineering measures
Provide adequate ventilation, including appropriate local extraction, to ensure that the defined occupational exposure limit is notexceeded.
Respiratory equipment
No specific recommendation made, but respiratory protection must be used if the general level exceeds the recommended occupational
exposure limit.
Hand protection
The most suitable glove must be chosen in consultation with the gloves supplier, who can inform about the breakthrough time of the glove
material.
Eye protection
If risk of splashing, wear safety goggles or face shield.
Other Protection
Use barrier creams to prevent skin contact.
Hygiene measures
Wash promptly with soap & water if skin becomes contaminated.

SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance

LiquidColour

Amber. to Brown.

Odour

Characteristic. Oil smell.

Solubility

Insoluble in water Soluble in: Organic solvents.

Initial boiling point and boiling range(°C)
Melting point (°C)

>320

Relative density

Not applicable.
Pour point -33C
0.873 @ 15 C

Vapour density (air=1)>1

Vapour pressure<0.1 kPa @ 20C

Viscosity

109 cst @ 40C
Not water soluble.

Flash point (°C)

206C PM Closed cup.

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Auto Ignition Temperature (°C)
Not determined.

9.2. Other information
Volatility Description

Not considered volatile. Vapours may be emitted on excessive heating.
The product is a complex mixture, the majority of which would not be classed as a VOC. However itcannot be discounted that trace or low levels of VOC's may be present.

SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1. Reactivity
No specific reactivity hazards associated with this product.

10.2. Chemical stability
Stable under normal temperature conditions and recommended use.

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
None under normal conditions.
Hazardous Polymerisation
Unlikely to occur.

10.4. Conditions to avoid
Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition.

10.5. Incompatible materials
Materials To Avoid
Strong oxidising substances.

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Thermal decomposition or combustion may liberate carbon oxides and other toxic gases or vapours.

SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11.1. Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity:
Acute Toxicity (Oral LD50)> 2000 mg/kg Rat
Based upon available data, the classification criteria are not met.
Acute Toxicity (Dermal LD50)> 2000 mg/kg Rabbit
Based upon available data, the classification criteria are not met.
Respiratory or skin sensitisation:
The product contains a skin sensitizer at levels below that required for classification.
Carcinogenicity:
This product contains mineral oils which are considered to be severly refined and not considered to be carcinogenic under IARC. All of theoils in this product have been demonstrated to contain less than 3% extractables by the IP346 test
Aspiration hazard:
Viscosity
Kinematic viscosity > 20.5 mm2/s.
Product is not classified as an aspiration hazard under CLP or DPD. The product contains mineral oil, which if aspirated into the lungs
through vomitting after ingestion, may result in chemical pneumonia.

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General information
This product has low toxicity. Only large volumes may have adverse impact on human health.
Inhalation
Unlikely to be hazardous by inhalation because of the low vapour pressure of the substance at ambient temperature.
Ingestion
No harmful effects expected in amounts likely to be ingested by accident.
Skin contact
The product contains a skin sensitizer at levels below that required for classification. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness orcracking.
Eye contact
May cause temporary eye irritation.
Specific effects
Prolonged or repeated contact with used oil may cause serious skin diseases, such as dermatitis and skin cancer.

SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
The product contains a substance which is harmful to aquatic organisms and which may cause long term adverse effects in the aquaticenvironment.

12.1. Toxicity
Acute Fish Toxicity
The classification criteria are not met. Not expected to be highly toxic based on information of ingredients.
LC 50, 96 Hrs, Fish mg/l
Not known
EC 50, 48 Hrs, Daphnia, mg/l

Not known

12.2. Persistence and degradability
Degradability
The product is not readily biodegradable.
Product is considered stable to hydrolysis. Information is based on chemical structure and data relating to similar substances.
The product is a complex mixture of components which vary in their ability to biodegrade. Whilst some components will biodegrade slowly
the vast majority of the product is expected to ultimately biodegrade.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potentialBioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulation is unlikely to be significant because of the low water solubility of this product.

12.4. Mobility in soil
Mobility:
The product is non-volatile. The product is insoluble in water and will spread on the water surface.
Henry's Law Constant
Not known.

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
This product does not contain any PBT or vPvB substances.

12.6. Other adverse effects
None known.

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSGeneral information
Waste to be treated as controlled waste. Disposal to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with local Waste Disposal Authority.

13.1. Waste treatment methods
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Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements.

SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
GeneralThe product is not covered by international regulation on the transport of dangerous goods (IMDG, IATA,ADR/RID).

Road Transport Notes

Not regulated.

Rail Transport Notes

Not regulated.

Sea Transport Notes

Not regulated.

Air Transport Notes

Not regulated.

14.1. UN number
Not applicable.

14.2. UN proper shipping nameNot applicable.

14.3. Transport hazard class(es)Not applicable.
Transport Labels
No transport warning sign required.

14.4. Packing group
Not applicable.

14.5. Environmental hazards
Environmentally Hazardous Substance/Marine Pollutant
No.

14.6. Special precautions for user
Not applicable.

14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC CodeNot applicable.

SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Uk Regulatory References
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
Statutory Instruments
The Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2009 (S.I 2009 No. 716).
Approved Code Of Practice
Safety Data Sheets for Substances and Preparations. Classification and Labelling of Substances and Preparations Dangerous for Supply.
Guidance Notes
Workplace Exposure Limits EH40.
EU Legislation
Dangerous Preparations Directive 1999/45/EC. Dangerous Substance Directive 67/548/EEC. Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of theEuropean Parliament and of the Council of 18 December 2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction ofChemicals (REACH), establishing a European Chemicals Agency, amending Directive 1999/45/EC and repealing Council Regulation(EEC) No 793/93 and Commission Regulation (EC) No 1488/94 as well as Council Directive 76/769/EEC and Commission Directives
91/155/EEC, 93/67/EEC, 93/105/EC and 2000/21/EC, including amendments. Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliamentand of the Council of 16 December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures, amending and repealing
Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC, and amending Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 with amendments.
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15.2. Chemical Safety AssessmentNo chemical safety assessment has been carried out.

SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
Revision Comments
NOTE: Lines within the margin indicate significant changes from the previous revision.
Revision Date
04/12/2013
Revision

0Risk Phrases In Full
R52/53Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

R38

Irritating to skin.

R43

May cause sensitisation by skin contact.

NC

Not classified.

R41

Risk of serious damage to eyes.

R51/53

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

Hazard Statements In Full
H318

Causes serious eye damage.

H315

Causes skin irritation.

H412

Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction.

H411

Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Disclaimer
This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or inany process. Such information is, to the best of the company's knowledge and belief, accurate and reliable as of the date indicated. However, nowarranty guarantee or representation is made to its accuracy, reliability or completeness. It is the user's responsibility to satisfy himself as to thesuitability of such information for his own particular use.
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