AttachmentsMaterial Safety Data Sheet
1 . Identification of the material and supplier
Product name Mine Alpha WT 460
SDS no. 462211
Product use Gear oils.
For specific application advice see appropriate Technical Data Sheet or consult our company
representative.
Castrol Australia Pty Ltd
Level 17, 717 Bourke Street
Docklands, Victoria 3008
ABN 87 008 459 407
Tel: +61 (03) 9268 4111
Fax: +61 (03) 9268 3321
Supplier
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE +61 2801 44558 (or 1800 14 14 74 within Australia)
NUMBER
OTHER PRODUCT Technical Help Line 1 300 557 998 (Local Call)
INFORMATION
Product code 462211-AU07
2 . Hazards identification
Statement of NON-HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS.
hazardous/dangerous nature
R52/53- Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
Risk phrases
Safety phrases S61- Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheet.
3 . Composition/information on ingredients
Highly refined base oil (IP 346 DMSO extract < 3%). Proprietary performance additives.
Long chain alkyl amine Proprietary 0.1 - 1
Other ingredients, determined not to be hazardous according to NOHSC criteria, and not dangerous according to the ADG Code, make
up the product concentration to 100%.
Ingredient name CAS no. %
Skin contact
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical
attention if irritation occurs.
Immediately wash exposed skin with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Get medical attention if irritation
develops.
4 .
Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
Eye contact
First-aid measures
Ingestion Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth
to an unconscious person. If potentially dangerous quantities of this material have been swallowed,
call a physician immediately.
Advice to doctor Treatment should in general be symptomatic and directed to relieving any effects.
5 . Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable Use foam or all-purpose dry chemical to extinguish. This material is harmful to aquatic organisms.
Fire water contaminated with this material must be contained and prevented from being discharged to
any waterway, sewer or drain.
Not suitable Do not use water jet.
Date of issue 7 April 2010
Product name Mine Alpha WT 460 Product code Page: 1/5
Version 2 Format Australia Language
462211-AU07
ENGLISH
(Australia) (ENGLISH)
Special fire-fighting None identified.
procedures
Fire-fighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full turnout
gear.
Protection of fire-fighters
Unusual fire/explosion
hazards
This material is not explosive as defined by established regulatory criteria.
Hazardous decomposition
products
Decomposition products may include the following materials:
carbon dioxide
carbon monoxide
sulfur oxides
6 . Accidental release measures
Environmental precautions
Personal precautions
Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Approach the release from upwind. Prevent
entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Wash spillages into an effluent
treatment plant or proceed as follows. Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible, absorbent
material e.g. sand, earth, vermiculite or diatomaceous earth and place in container for disposal
according to local regulations (see section 13). Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor.
Contaminated absorbent material may pose the same hazard as the spilt product. Note: see section 1
for emergency contact information and section 13 for waste disposal.
No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Evacuate surrounding
areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through
spilt material. Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate
respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see
section 8).
Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform
the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or
air). Water polluting material.
Large spill
Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Dilute with water and mop up if watersoluble
or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container.
Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor.
Small spill
Handling
Handling and storage
Storage
7 .
Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Avoid contact of spilt material and runoff with soil and
surface waterways. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Combustibility Classification Combustible liquid Class C2 (AS 1940).
8 . Exposure controls/personal protection
Ingredient name Occupational exposure limits
Base oil - unspecified NOHSC (Australia).
TWA: 5 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Oil mist, mineral
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of
vapours below their respective occupational exposure limits.
Occupational exposure
controls
Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before eating, smoking
and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period.
Hygiene measures
Biological Limit Values No biological limit allocated.
Personal protective equipment
Avoid breathing of vapours, mists or spray. Select and use respirators in accordance with AS/NZS
1715/1716. When mists or vapours exceed the exposure standards then the use of the following is
recommended: Approved respirator with organic vapour and dust/mist (Type P1) filters. Filter
capacity and respirator type depends on exposure level.
Respiratory protection
Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Wear protective clothing if prolonged or repeated
contact is likely.
Skin and body
Wear protective gloves if prolonged or repeated contact is likely. Chemical-resistant gloves.
Recommended: nitrile gloves The correct choice of protective gloves depends upon the chemicals
being handled, the conditions of work and use, and the condition of the gloves (even the best
chemically resistant glove will break down after repeated chemical exposures). Most gloves provide
only a short time of protection before they must be discarded and replaced. Because specific work
environments and material handling practices vary, safety procedures should be developed for each
intended application. Gloves should therefore be chosen in consultation with the supplier/manufacturer
and with a full assessment of the working conditions.
Hand protection
Eye protection Safety glasses with side shields.
Whilst specific OELs for certain components are included in this SDS, it should be noted that other components of the preparation will be
present in any mist, vapour or dust produced. For this reason, the specific OELs may not be applicable to the product and are provided
for guidance purposes.
Exposure controls
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9 . Physical and chemical properties
Flash point 226 °C (Closed cup) Pensky-Martens.
Pour point -15 °C
Colour Amber. [Dark]
Physical state Liquid.
Odour Not available.
Boiling point / range Not available.
Melting point / range Not available.
Density 907 kg/m3 (0.907 g/cm3) at 15°C
Vapour density Not available.
Vapour pressure Not available.
Solubility insoluble in water.
pH Not available.
Relative density/Specific
gravity
Not available.
Viscosity Kinematic: 460 mm2/s (460 cSt) at 40°C
10 . Stability and reactivity
Stability The product is stable.
Conditions to avoid Avoid extreme temperatures, strong oxidizers, fire.
Incompatibility with various
substances/Hazardous
Reactions
Reactive or incompatible with the following materials: oxidizing materials.
Decomposition products may include the following materials:
carbon dioxide
carbon monoxide
sulfur oxides
Hazardous decomposition
products
11 . Toxicological information
Eyes No significant health hazards identified.
Skin Prolonged or repeated contact can defat the skin and lead to irritation and/or dermatitis.
Inhalation No significant health hazards identified.
Ingestion No significant health hazards identified.
Mutagenic effects No known significant effects or critical hazards.
No component of this product at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a carcinogen by
ACGIH, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the European Commission (EC), or
the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission (Australia).
Carcinogenic effects
Effects and symptoms
Chronic toxicity
Ecological information
Ecotoxicity
12 .
Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Biodegradability
Persistence/degradability The biodegradability of this material has not been determined.
13 . Disposal considerations
The generation of waste should be avoided or minimised wherever possible. Empty containers or
liners may retain some product residues. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe
way. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor.
Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times comply with the
requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local
authority requirements. Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways,
drains and sewers.
Disposal considerations /
Waste information
Special Precautions for No additional special precautions identified.
Landfill or Incineration
Date of issue 7 April 2010
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Version 2 Format Australia Language
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ENGLISH
(Australia) (ENGLISH)
14 . Transport information
International transport regulations
Not classified as dangerous for transport (ADG, IMDG, ICAO/IATA).
No known special precautions required. See Section: "Handling and storage" for additional
information.
Special precautions for user
15 . Regulatory information
Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons
7, 6
Schedule
No Listed Substance
Other regulations
All components are listed or exempted.
All components are listed or exempted.
All components are listed or exempted.
All components are listed or exempted.
All components are listed or exempted.
All components are listed or exempted.
All components are listed or exempted.
All components are listed or exempted.
Ingredient name
Control of Scheduled Carcinogenic Substances
Europe inventory
Australia inventory (AICS)
Canada inventory
China inventory (IECSC)
Japan inventory (ENCS)
Korea inventory (KECI)
Philippines inventory
(PICCS)
United States inventory
(TSCA 8b)
16 . Other information
AMP = Acceptable Maximum Peak
ACGIH = American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, an agency that promulgates
exposure standards.
ADG = Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail
ADG Code = Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail
CAS Number = Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number
HAZCHEM Code = Emergency action code of numbers and letters which gives information to
emergency services. Its use is required by the ADG Code for Dangerous Goods in bulk.
ICAO = International Civil Aviation Organization.
IATA = International Air Transport Association, the organization promulgating rules governing
shipment of goods by air.
IMDG = International Maritime Organization Rules, rules governing shipment of goods by water.
IP 346 = A chemical screening assay for dermal toxicity. The European Commission has
recommended that Method IP 346 be used as the basis for labelling certain lubricant oil base stocks
for carcinogenicity. The EU Commission has stipulated that the classification as a carcinogen need
not apply if it can be shown that the substance contains less than 3% DMSO extract as measured by
IP 346. (See Note L, European Commission Directive 67/548/EEC as amended and adapted.) DMSO
is a solvent.
NOHSC = National Occupational Health & Safety Commission, Australia
TWA = Time weighted average
STEL = Short term exposure limit
UN Number = United Nations Number, a four digit number assigned by the United Nations Committee
of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods.
Key to abbreviations
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