MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Product PIRTEK Hydraulic Oil Series Page 1 of 5

Date November 2008
Revision 03

1 Identification of the Substance/Preparation and Company


Supplier: Pirtek (UK) Limited
Address: 35 Acton Park Estate The Vale
Acton London W3 7QE

Contact numbers: Telephone: 0208 749-8444
Fax: 0208 749-8333

Product name: Pirtek Hydraulic Oil Series (10 100)
Application: Hydraulic fluid

2 Composition/Information on Ingredients

All oils in this series contain over 99% w/w highly refined mineral base oil

Hazardous Ingredients
Ingredient Name % W/W Classification CAS No. EINECS No.
C15 C19 Alkanes <1 Xn:R65 64742-46-7 ----------------
Zn dialkyldithiophoshate <1 N:R51/53 --------------- -----------------
Alkylphenol <1 Xi:36/37/38-N51/53 --------------- -----------------
Synthetic, neutral
Calcium petroleum sulphonate <1 R:52 --------------- ----------------

3 Hazards Identification
This product is not classified as hazardous under current UK Health and Safety and Environmental
legislation, for the application for which it was intended.
This product is of low oral and dermal toxicity and under normal conditions of use should present no
health hazards. However, in common with most mineral oils, prolonged and repeated skin contact
may cause dermatitis.
.
The risk of skin disorders may be increased if the product has become contaminated.

4 First Aid Measures

Eyes: Irrigate immediately with copious quantities of water. If irritation persists,
seek medical Attention.

Skin: Wash thoroughly with soap and water.

Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If effects persist, seek medical advice.

Ingestion: Keep at rest and seek medical advice. Do not induce vomiting unless
directed to do so by a medical professional.

Pressure injection: ALWAYS OBTAIN IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION EVEN
THOUGH THE INJ URY MAY APPEAR MINOR.




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5 Fire Fighting Measures

Flammability: Products not classified as flammable but is inherently combustible.


Extinguishing Media: Use foam, dry powder, CO2. Use water fog to cool fire exposed
surfaces.

Products of Combustion: Oxides of Carbon.

Respiratory and eye protection is required for fire fighters exposed to fumes or smoke.

6 Accidental Release Measures


Personal Precautions: Spilt product presents a significant slip hazard. Avoid exposure of the
product to sources of ignition.

Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, sewers and water courses.

Decontamination Procedures: Soak up with inert absorbent or contain and remove by pumping or best
available means. In case of spillage on water contain by a boom and
collect by skimming or absorption.

7 Handling and Storage

Keep containers tightly closed.
Store drums undercover in racking protected from mechanical impact. If stored outside ingress of
water should be avoided e.g. by placing containers on their side.
Avoid sources of ignition.
A bunded storage area may be required.
If the product is to be heated avoid direct high temperature heat sources.

8 Exposure Controls/Personal protection

There are no assigned Workplace exposure limits for this product. However, it would be
Good practice to be aware of the last OEL published for mineral oil (below).

Occupational Substance 8-Hour TWA STEL Source/Other Information
Exposure Limits: Mineral Oil 5mg/m
3
10mg/m
3
EH 40
(see oil mist, mineral)

Engineering Control Local exhaust ventilation is recommended when excessive product misting
Measures: occurs.

Personal Protection: Avoid skin and eye contact. Wear impervious gloves (e.g. Nitrile or PVC), in
case of repeated or prolonged contact. Change contaminated clothing and
thoroughly clean before re-use.













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9 Physical and Chemical Properties


10 15 22 32 37 46 68 100
Appearance Pale yellow Pale yellow Pale yellow Yellow Amber Amber Amber Dark amber
Odour Oleaganous Oleaganous Oleaganous Oleaganous Oleaganous Oleaganous Oleaganous Oleaganous
Boiling Point range
(
0
C)
No data No data No data No data No data No data No data No data
Pour Point (
0
C)
-32 -37 -33 -30 -27 -25 -25 -22
Flash Point (
0
C) Not
established
Not
established
Not
established
Not
established
Not
established
Not
established
Not
established
Not
established
Autoflammability (
0
C) No data No data No data No data No data No data No data No data
Explosive properties
(%)
No data No data No data No data No data No data No data No data
Relative Density @
15
0
C
845 858 870 869 872 874 880 886
Water Solubility
Insol. Insol. Insol. Insol. Insol. Insol. Insol. Insol.
Fat Solubility
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Viscosity @ 40
0
C
mm
-1
10 14.6 21.1 32.9 37.5 46.1 68.7 102.7

PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE PROPERTIES DO NOT CONSTITUTE A SPECIFICATION

10 Stability and Reactivity

Stability: Stable, will not polymerise

Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidising agents

Hazardous
Decomposition Products: The product does not decompose at ambient temperatures.
11 Toxicological Information

The following toxicological assessment is based on a knowledge of the toxicity of the product's
components.

Health Effects

On Eyes: May cause transient irritation.

On Skin: Unlikely to cause harm on brief or occasional contact.

By Inhalation: Low volatility makes inhalation unlikely at ambient temperatures.

By Ingestion: May cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.

Chronic: Repeated and prolonged skin contact may lead to skin disorders.

Other: Products which have become contaminated in use or from external
sources may present more serious health effects.





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12 Ecological Information

In the absence of specific scientific data for this product, this assessment is based on information from
Related hydrocarbon components. Following a release to the environment, this product is expected
To remain on soil and water surfaces. Based on chemical/physical information from the literature, no
harmful effects to terrestrial or aquatic habitats are expected. This product would be expected to
biodegrade at a slow rate.

13 Disposal Considerations


Place used and contaminated materials/packaging in suitable containers. Dispose of the controlled
waste in accordance with Duty of Care regulations (Environmental Protection Act 1990-Section 34(7))
using a licensed waste disposal company.

14 Transport Information


Classification for transport: Not classified as hazardous for transport.

UN Number: N/A Packaging Group: N/A
Shipping Name: N/A Marine Pollutant: NO
IMO Class: N/A ICAO/IATA: N/A
ADR/RID: N/A


15 Regulatory Information


Hazard Label Data: This product is not classified as dangerous for supply in the UK.

EC Directives: Framework Waste Directive, 91/156/EEC
Waste Oil Directive, 87/101/EEC

Statutory Instruments: The Health and Safety at Work, etc Act 1974
Consumer protection Act 1987
Environmental Protection Act 1990
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002
Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations
2002















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16 Other Information

The data and advice given apply when the product is sold for the stated application or applications.
The product is not sold as suitable for any other application. Use of the product for any applications
other than that as stated in this sheet may give rise to risks not mentioned in this sheet. You should
not use the product other than for the stated application or applications without seeking advice from
The manufacturer.

If you have purchased the product for supply to a third party for use at work, it is your duty to take all
necessary steps to secure that any person handling or using the product is provided with the
information in this sheet.

If you are an employer, it is your duty to inform your employees and others who may be affected by
any of the hazards described in this sheet and of any precautions which should be taken.

Risk Phrases, Full text: R:65 Harmful may cause lung damage if swallowed
R:36/37 Irritating to eyes and respiratory system
N:51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long term
Adverse effects in the aquatic environment
R:52 Harmful to aquatic organisms

Approved Code of Practice: Waste Management Duty of Care.

Guidance: Prevention of Dermatitis at work (INDG-233)
Assessing and Managing risks at work from skin exposed to
Chemical agents (HSG 205).
Occupational Exposure Limits (EH40)
Effects of Mineral Oil on the SkinCautionary Notice.
The above are available from HMSO and HSE sources.

All reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this publication is accurate at
the time of printing. However, although certain hazards may be described we cannot predict all
hazards that may exist whilst using the product in a workplace.
This MSDS should be used as a component of a risk assessment which is the responsibility of the
user of the product to prepare and record before use.