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# Material Safety Data Sheet Palm oil MSDS Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name:Palm oil Catalog Codes: SLP4939 CAS#: 8002-75-3 RTECS: RJ3696300 TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Palm oil CI#: Not available. Synonym: Chemical Name: Not available. Chemical Formula: Not available. Contact Information: Sciencelab.com, Inc. 14025 Smith Rd. Houston, Texas 77396 US Sales: 1-800-901-7247 International Sales: 1-281-441-4400 Order Online: ScienceLab.com CHEMTREC (24HR Emergency Telephone), call: 1-800-424-9300 International CHEMTREC, call: 1-703-527-3887 For non-emergency assistance, call: 1-281-441-4400 

### Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients Composition: Name CAS # % by Weight Palm oil 8002-75-3 100 Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Not applicable.


### Section 3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects: Hazardous in case of ingestion. Slightly hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation. Potential Chronic Health Effects: Hazardous in case of ingestion. Slightly hazardous in case of inhalation. CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.


### Section 4: First Aid Measures Eye Contact:No known effect on eye contact, rinse with water for a few minutes. Skin Contact: No known effect on skin contact, rinse with water for a few minutes. Serious Skin Contact: Not available.p. 2 Inhalation:Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention. Serious Inhalation: Not available. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention. Serious Ingestion:Not available.


### Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data Flammability of the Product: May be combustible at high temperature. Auto-Ignition Temperature: 316°C (600.8°F) Flash Points:CLOSED CUP: 162°C (323.6°F). Flammable Limits: Not available. Products of Combustion: Not available. Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not available. Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available. Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available. Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet. Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available. Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.



### Section 6: Accidental Release Measures Small Spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements. Large Spill: If the product is in its solid form: Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. If the product is in its liquid form: Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.


### Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions: Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not breathe dust. Storage: Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place. Ground all equipment containing material. Keep container tightly closed. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place. Combustible materials should be stored away from extreme heat and away from strong oxidizing agents.


### Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protectionp. 3 Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit. Personal Protection: Safety glasses. Lab coat. Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill: Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product. Exposure Limits: Not available.


### Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties Physical state and appearance: Solid. Odor: Not available. Taste: Not available. Molecular Weight:Not available. Color: Not available. pH (1% soln/water):Not applicable. Boiling Point:Not available. Melting Point: 35°C (95°F) Critical Temperature: Not available. Specific Gravity: 0.952 (Water = 1) Vapor Pressure: Not applicable. Vapor Density: Not available. Volatility:Not available. Odor Threshold: Not available. Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.:Not available. Ionicity (in Water):Not available. Dispersion Properties: Not available. Solubility:Insoluble in cold water.


### Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data Stability:The product is stable. Instability Temperature: Not available. Conditions of Instability: Not available. Incompatibility with various substances: Not available. Corrosivity:Non-corrosive in presence of glass. Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not available. Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.p. 4 Polymerization: No.


### Section 11: Toxicological Information Routes of Entry: Ingestion. Toxicity to Animals: LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available. Chronic Effects on Humans:Not available. Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Hazardous in case of ingestion. Slightly hazardous in case of inhalation. Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available. Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available. Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:Not available.


### Section 12: Ecological Information Ecotoxicity:Not available. BOD5 and COD:Not available. Products of Biodegradation: Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise. Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are more toxic. Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.


### Section 13: Disposal Considerations Waste Disposal:


### Section 14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material (United States). Identification: Not applicable. Special Provisions for Transport: Not applicable.


### Section 15: Other Regulatory Information Federal and State Regulations: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Palm oil Other Regulations: Not available.. Other Classifications: WHMIS (Canada):Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada). DSCL (EEC): This product is not classified according to the EU regulations.p. 5 HMIS (U.S.A.): Health Hazard: 0 Fire Hazard:1 Reactivity:0 Personal Protection: a National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.): Health:0 Flammability: 1 Reactivity:0 Specific hazard: Protective Equipment: Not applicable. Lab coat. Not applicable. Safety glasses.



### Section 16: Other Information
References:Not available. Other Special Considerations: Not available. Created:10/10/2005 11:09 AM Last Updated:11/01/2010 12:00 PM The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no event shall ScienceLab.com be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if ScienceLab.com has been advised of the possibility of such damages.