PERKINS DIESEL FUEL CONDITIONER
Material Safety Data SheetPERKINS DIESEL FUEL CONDITIONER

Prepared according to EU Directive 91/155/EEC.
1Substance/Product Identification

Product Trade NamePERKINS DIESEL FUEL CONDITIONER

Company

The Lubrizol Corporation
29400 Lakeland Boulevard
Wickliffe, Ohio 44092
Tel: (440) 943-4200
Not applicable for mixtures.
CAS NumberNone.
Synonyms
Preparation/Revision Date 01 September 2006
Mixture.
Generic Chemical Name
Miscellaneous fuel additive.
Product Type
Emergency Phone Number (CHEMTREC ) 1-800-424-9300. Outside the U.S. (703) 527-3887
14229007-1201219-202610-811103
MSDS No.
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Composition/Information on Ingredients

Hazardous Ingredients
Percentage (by wt.)

Symbol(s)Risk Phrase(s)EU
Number2-Ethylhexyl nitrate

From 50 to 59.9percent

N Xn

R20 R51/53 R65

248-363-6

Petroleum naphtha

From 10 to 19.9percent

N Xn

R10 R36/38 R51/53 R65

265-198-5

Hydroxyethylatedaminoethylamide

From 5 to 9.9 percent

C

R34 R43 R52

PolymerPetroleum naphtha

From 1 to 4.9 percent

Xn

R10 R38 R53 R65

265-191-7

Naphthalene

1.3%

N Xn

R22 R40 R50/53

202-049-5Alkarylamine

From 0.1 to 0.9 percent

N Xn

R22 R36/38 R51/53 R10 R43

202-374-2

1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene

From 0.1 to 0.9 percent

N Xn

R10 R20 R36/37/38 R51/53

202-436-9

Petroleum naphtha

From 0.1 to 0.9 percent

N Xn

R10 R36/38 R51/53 R65

265-199-0

n-Octane

From 0.1 to 0.9 percent

F N XnR11 R21/22 R38 R50/53 R65
R67

203-892-1

Comp3Hazards Identification

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Product Classification

R20 -- Harmful by inhalation.
R40 -- Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R43 -- May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
R51/53 -- Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquaticenvironment.
R65 -- Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.

4First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Additional Information

DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If conscious, give 2 glasses of water. Aspiration of material
due to vomiting can cause chemical pneumonitis which can be fatal. Get immediate medicalattention.
Flush immediately with water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention.
Wash with soap and water. Immediately remove contaminated clothing. Get medicalattention if irritation persists. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse and discard shoes
and other leather articles saturated with the material.
Remove exposed person to fresh air if adverse effects are observed. If breathing is labored,administer oxygen. If breathing has stopped, apply artificial respiration. If irritation persists
or if toxic symptoms are observed, get medical attention.
Note to physician: Treat symptomatically.

5Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
Extinguishing Media
Firefighting Procedures
Unusual Fire & Explosion
Hazards

72 °C, 161.6 °F PMCC (Typical)
CO2, dry chemical, or foam. Water can be used to cool and protect exposed material.
Recommend wearing self-contained breathing apparatus. Water may cause splattering.
Toxic fumes, gases or vapors may evolve on burning. Vapors may be heavier than air andmay travel along the ground to a distant ignition source and flash back. Container may
rupture on heating. Toxic nitrogen oxides may evolve when burning. The alkyl nitratecontained in this product may decompose exothermicly if heated above 120° C. Studies inthe Koenen Tube Test indicate that the reaction is non-explosive even when the alkyl nitrateis present at levels up to 70%.

6Accidental Release Measures

Spill Procedures

Evacuate all non-essential personnel. Personal Protective Equipment must be worn, see
Personal Protection Section for PPE recommendations. Remove sources of ignition. Ventilate
spill area. Prevent entry into sewers and waterways. Pick up free liquid for recycle and/ordisposal. Residual liquid can be absorbed on inert material. Check under Transportation andLabeling (DOT/CERCLA) and Other Regulatory Information Section (SARA) for hazardous
substances to determine regulatory reporting requirements for spills.

7Handling and Storage

Pumping Temperature
Maximum HandlingTemperatureHandling Procedures

AmbientEyes
Skin

Inhalation

55 °C, 131 °F
Keep away from potential sources of ignition. Open container in a well ventilated area.

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Avoid breathing vapors. Keep containers closed when not in use. Do not discharge intodrains or the environment, dispose to an authorized waste collection point. Use appropriate
containment to avoid environmental contamination. DO NOT HEAT. Wash thoroughly after
handling. Empty containers retain material residue. Do not cut, weld, braze, solder, drill,grind or expose containers to heat, flame, spark or other sources of ignition.
Maximum Storage
Temperature
Storage Procedures

45 °C, 113 °F

Loading Temperature

Do not store near potential sources of ignition. Store in well ventilated area. Equip bulk
storage tanks with overfill protection such as high level alarms or secondary containment.
Store drums in area with secondary containment. Storage area should be covered to prevent
rain water from entering. Store at ambient temperatures.
Not Determined.

8Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Exposure Limits
BelgiumComp

CAS No.

Long Term (8 Hours T.W.A.)

Short Term (15 mins.)

Naphthalene

91-20-3

10 ppm15 ppmn-Octane

111-65-9300 ppm

375 ppm

EUComp

CAS No. Long Term (8 Hours T.W.A.) Short Term (15 mins.)

Naphthalene

91-20-3

10 ppmN/E

1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene 95-63-6

20 ppmN/EIrelandCompCAS No.

Long Term (8 Hours T.W.A.)

Short Term (15 mins.)

Naphthalene

91-20-3

10 ppm15 ppmn-Octane

111-65-9300 ppm

375 ppm

UKNot applicable.

Other Exposure Limits

Engineering Controls
Hand Protection
Eye Protection
Respiratory Protection

Clothing Recommendation(s) - Skin exposure(p) - Proposed limit(c) - Ceiling exposure(l) - Recommended exposure limit(u) - Supplier recommended exposure limit(N/E) - None establishedContains mineral oil. Under conditions which may generate mists, observe the OSHA PEL of
5 mg per cubic meter, ACGIH STEL of 10 mg per cubic meter. The recommended TWA for
2-Ethylhexyl nitrate is 1 PPM.
Use local exhaust ventilation to control mists or vapors. Additional ventilation or exhaust
may be required to maintain air concentrations below recommended exposure limits.
Use nitrile or neoprene gloves.
Safety glasses. If potential for splash or mist exists, wear chemical goggles or faceshield.
Use full face respirator with an organic vapor cartridge if the recommended exposure limit isexceeded. Use self-contained breathing apparatus for entry into confined space, for otherpoorly ventilated areas and for large spill clean-up sites.
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avoid contaminating shoes. Do not wear rings, watches or similar apparel that could entrap
the material and cause a skin reaction. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.
9Physical and Chemical Properties

Flash Point
Upper Flammable Limit
Lower Flammable Limit
Autoignition PointExplosion DataVapour Pressure
pHSpecific Gravity
Bulk Density
Water Solubility
Percent Solid
Percent Volatile
Percent VOC
Vapour Density
Evaporation RateOdour
Appearance
Viscosity

72 °C, 161.6 °F PMCC (Typical)
Not Determined.
Not Determined.
Not Determined.
Material does not have explosive properties.
Not Determined.
Not Determined.
0.94 (15.6 °C)
7.85 Lb/gal, 0.94 Kg/L
Insoluble.
Not Determined.
Unknown.
Not Determined.
Not Determined.
Not Determined.
Aromatic hydrocarbon
Clear liquid.
9.6 Centistokes (25 °C)
6.6 Centistokes (40 °C)
Unknown.
Not Determined.
< -40 °C, -40 °F
Not Determined.

Odour Threshold
Boiling Point
Pour Point Temperature
Melting / Freezing Point

The above data are typical values and do not constitute a specification.
10Stability and Reactivity

Material can become unstable at elevated temperatures and pressures.
Stability
Decomposition Temperature Not Determined.
Strong oxidizing agents. Halogens and halogenated compounds.
Incompatibility
Will not occur.
Polymerization
Smoke, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, aldehydes and other products of incomplete
Thermal Decomposition
combustion. Under combustion conditions, oxides of the following elements will be formed:
nitrogen.
11Toxicological Information

Eye Irritation
Skin Irritation-- ACUTE EXPOSURE -Moderate to strong eye irritation. Based on data from components or similar material.
Skin irritant. Based on data from components or similar materials. Prolonged or repeated skincontact as from clothing wet with material may cause dermatitis. Symptoms may include
redness, edema, drying, and cracking of the skin.

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Respiratory Irritation

Dermal Toxicity

Inhalation Toxicity

Oral Toxicity

Dermal Sensitization
Inhalation Sensitization

If material is misted or if vapors are generated from heating, exposure may cause irritation of
mucous membranes and the upper respiratory tract similar to that observed with mineral oil.
Based on data from components or similar materials. Under good industrial hygiene practices
where all exposure limits are observed, respiratory irritation should not be a problem.
Exposure to a high concentration of vapor or mist is irritating to the respiratory tract.
Breathing of vapor or mist may aggravate asthma and inflammatory or fibrotic pulmonary
disease. If fatty acids are over-heated, vapors or entrained mist may cause respiratory
irritation.
The LD50 in rabbits is > 2000 mg/Kg. Based on data from components or similar materials.
Overexposure to organic nitrates by skin contact may cause headache, nausea and decreased
blood pressure.
The following estimated LC 50 is based on incomplete information on components. Aerosolsof this material are considered harmful. Based on data from components or similar materials.
High concentrations may cause headaches, dizziness, nausea, stupor, and other central
nervous system effects leading to visual impairment, difficulty breathing and convulsions.
Overexposure to organic nitrates by inhalation may cause headache, nausea and decreased
blood pressure.
The LD50 in rats is > 5000 mg/kg. Based on data from components or similar materials.
Swallowing this material causes irritation of mouth, esophagus and stomach, with nausea,vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain.
May cause skin sensitization. Based on data from components or similar materials.
No data available to indicate product or components may be respiratory sensitizers.

Other-- CHRONIC EXPOSURE -Repeated overexposure to petroleum naphtha can cause nervous system damage. Repeatedoverexposure to naphthalene may cause destruction of red blood cells with anemia, fever,
jaundice and kidney and liver damage.
A two-year National Toxicology Program (NTP) study found an increased incidence oftumors of the nose in rats exposed to naphthalene by inhalation. In mice similarly exposed,increased incidences of alveolar/bronchiolar adenomas were observed. Naphthalene has beenclassified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) as a possible humancarcinogen (Group 2B) on the basis of sufficient evidence of carcinogenicity in experimental
animals but inadequate evidence in exposed humans. This product is formulated with mineraloils which are considered to be severely refined and not considered to be carcinogenic underIARC. All of the oils in this product have been demonstrated to contain less than 3%
extractables by the IP 346 test.
No data available to indicate product or any components present at greater than 0.1% aremutagenic or genotoxic.
No data available to indicate either product or components present at greater than 0.1% that
may cause reproductive toxicity.
No evidence of adverse effects were found in a developmental toxicity study of 2ethylhexanol in rats. Doses up to 3 ml/kg applied to the skin during the most critical part of
the gestation period produced evidence of toxicity to mothers, but no evidence of injury inthe developing offspring. In a previous study, birth defects were observed by oral
administration, an unlikely route of exposure in the workplace.
No other health hazards known.

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Ecological Information

Chronic Toxicity

Carcinogenicity

Mutagenicity
Reproductive Toxicity
Teratogenicity

Freshwater Fish Toxicity
Freshwater Invertebrates
Toxicity
Algae Toxicity-- ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICITY -The acute LC50 is 10 - 100 mg/L based on component data.
The acute EC50 is 1 - 10 mg/L based on component data.
The acute EC50 is 10 - 100 mg/L based on component data.

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Saltwater Fish Toxicity
Saltwater Invertebrates
Toxicity
Bacteria Toxicity
Miscellaneous Toxicity

Not Determined.
Not Determined.
The acute EC50 is 10 - 100 mg/L based on component data.
Not Determined.

Soil Mobility
WGK-- ENVIRONMENTAL FATE -At least 25% of the components in this product show limited biodegradation based on OECD301-type test data.
25% or greater of the components potentially bioconcentrate, based on measured
octanol/water partition coefficients.
Not Determined.
WGK = 2 according to the Water Hazardous Directive, VwVwS, dated May 17, 1999.

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Disposal Consideration

Waste Disposal

This material, if discarded, should be considered a European hazardous waste in accordancewith European Law. H4, H5, H11, H14. Phenol, o-xylene.

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Transport Information

Biodegradation
Bioaccumulation

ICAO/IATA (International) Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s. (Alkyl (C7-C9) nitrates, Petroleumnaphtha), Class 9, UN3082, PG III, Marine Pollutant
Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s. (Alkyl (C7-C9) nitrates, Petroleum
IMDGnaphtha), Class 9, UN3082, PG III, Marine Pollutant
F-A
IMDG EMS Fire
S-F
IMDG EMS Spill
None
IMDG MFAG
DO NOT TRANSPORT - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUIREDIMO Marine Vessel
Not Determined.
USCG Compatibility
UN3082 Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s. (Alkyl (C7-C9) nitrates,
ADR/RIDPetroleum naphtha), 9, III, ADR, Aquatic Pollutant
90
ADR/RID Hazard ID No.
Review classification requirements before shipping materials at elevated temperatures.
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Regulatory Information

Symbol(s)Indication of Danger
Precautionary Labels

HarmfulDangerous for the environment
R20 -- Harmful by inhalation.
R40 -- Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R43 -- May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
R51/53 -- Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquaticenvironment.
R65 -- Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
S24 -- Avoid contact with skin.

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Other Label Information

S26 -- In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
S28 -- After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
S37/39 -- Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection
S61 -- Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety data sheets.
None.
-- Global Chemical Inventories --USAEUJapan
Australia
CanadaSwitzerland
Korea
Philippines
China

All components of this material are on the US TSCA Inventory or are exempt.
All components are in compliance with the EC Seventh amendment Directive 92 /32/EEC.
All components are in compliance with the Chemical Substances Control Law of Japan.
All components are in compliance with chemical notification requirements in Australia.
All components are in compliance with the Canadian Environmental Protection Act and arepresent on the Domestic Substances List.
All components are in compliance with the Environmentally Hazardous Substances
Ordinance in Switzerland.
This product requires notification before sale in Korea.
This product requires notification before sale in the Philippines.
All components of this product are listed on the Inventory of Existing Chemical Substancesin China.
-- Product Registrations --Finnish Registration
Not Registered
NumberSwedish Registration
Not Registered
NumberNorwegian Registration
Not Registered
NumberDanish Registration
Not Registered
NumberSwiss Registration Number Not Registered
Italian Registration Number Not Registered
Korean Registration
Not Registered
Number
New Zealand Registration
Not Registered
NumberThis product has not been filed with the USDA to support H2 approvals.
U.S. Dept of Agriculture
NSF Nonfood Compounds
This product has not been filed with the NSF to support H1 or H2 approvals.
Registration-- Other / International -U.S. Tariff Heading Number 3811.90.00.00
3811.90.0000
Schedule B Number
Not applicable.
FDA Approval
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HMIS Codes

Other Information
Health2*Fire2Reactivity
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Relevant R Phrases

R10 -- Flammable.
R11 -- Highly flammable.
R20 -- Harmful by inhalation.
R21/22 -- Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R22 -- Harmful if swallowed.
R34 -- Causes burns.
R36/37/38 -- Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
R36/38 -- Irritating to eyes and skin.
R38 -- Irritating to skin.
R40 -- Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R43 -- May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
R50/53 -- Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in theaquatic environment.
R51/53 -- Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquaticenvironment.
R52 -- Harmful to aquatic organisms.
R53 -- May cause long-term adverse effects in aquatic environment.
R65 -- Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
R67 -- Vapors may cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Revision Indicators

Section2 EU HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
8 CLOTHING RECOMMENDATIONS
8 RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
10 THERMAL DECOMPOSITION
11 CARCINOGENICITY
11 CHRONIC TOXICITY
11 EYE IRRITATION
12 ACCUMULATION
13 WASTE DISPOSAL

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The information presented herein has been compiled from sources considered to be dependable and is accurate to thebest of The Lubrizol Corporation's knowledge; however, The Lubrizol Corporation makes no warranty whatsoever,expressed or implied of MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR THE PARTICULAR PURPOSE, regarding theaccuracy of such data or the results to be obtained from use thereof. The Lubrizol Corporation assumes no responsibility
for injury to recipient or to third persons or for any damage to any property and recipient assumes all such risks.

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