Distillates (Fischer-Tropsch), C8-26-branched and linear

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

Eyes: Wash eye thoroughly with copious quantities of water, ensuring eyelids are held open. Obtain medical advice if any pain or redness develops or persists.

Skin: Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water as soon as reasonably practicable. Remove heavily contaminated clothing and wash underlying skin.

Ingestion: If contamination of the mouth occurs, wash out thoroughly with water. Except as a deliberate act, the ingestion of large amounts of

product is unlikely. If it should occur, do not induce vomiting; obtain medical advice.

Inhalation: If inhalation of mists, fumes or vapour causes irritation to the nose or throat, or coughing, remove to fresh air. If symptoms persist

obtain medical advice.

Medical Advice: Treatment should in general be symptomatic and directed to relieving any effects. Product can be aspirated on swallowing or

following regurgitation of stomach contents, and can cause severe and potentially fatal chemical pneumonitis, which will require urgent treatment.

Because of the risk of aspiration, induction of vomiting and gastric lavage should be avoided. Gastric lavage should be undertaken only after

endotracheal intubation. Monitor for cardiac dysrhythmias.

Note (High Pressure Applications): Injections through the skin resulting from contact with the product at high pressure constitute a major medical

emergency. Injuries may not appear serious at first but within a few hours tissue becomes swollen, discoloured and extremely painful with extensive

subcutaneous necrosis. Surgical exploration should be undertaken without delay. Thorough and extensive debridement of the wound and underlying tissue is necessary to minimise tissue loss and prevent or limit permanent damage. Note that high pressure may force the product considerable

distances along tissue planes.

Fire-fighting measures

FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES: For major fires call the Fire Service. Ensure an escape path is always available from any fire. There is a danger of flashback

if sparks or hot surfaces ignite vapour. Use foam, dry powder or water fog. DO NOT USE water jets. Fires in confined spaces should be dealt with by

trained personnel wearing approved breathing apparatus.

Combustion Products: Toxic fumes may be evolved on burning or exposure to heat.

Accidental release measures

Any spillage should be regarded as a potential fire risk. In the event of spillage, remove all sources of ignition and ensure good ventilation. Wear

protective clothing. Spilled material may make surfaces slippery. Clean up spilled material immediately. Contain and recover spilled material using

sand or other suitable inert absorbent material. Recovery of large spillages should be effected by specialist personnel. It is advised that stocks of

suitable absorbent material should be held in quantities sufficient to deal with any spillage which may be reasonably anticipated. Large and

uncontained spillages should be smothered with foam to reduce the risk of ignition. The foam blanket should be maintained until the area is declared safe. Protect drains from potential spills to minimise contamination. Do not wash product into drainage system. Vapour is heavier than air and may

travel to remote sources of ignition (eg. along drainage systems, in basements etc.). If spillage has occurred in a confined space, ensure adequate

ventilation and check that a safe, breathable atmosphere is present before entry. In the case of spillage on water, prevent the spread of product by the use of suitable barrier equipment. Recover product from the surface. Protect environmentally sensitive areas and water supplies. In the case of

spillage at sea approved dispersants may be used where authorised by the appropriate government/regulatory authorities. Regular surveillance on

the location of the spillage should be maintained. In the event of spillages contact the appropriate authorities.

Handling and storage

Storage Conditions: Store and dispense only in well ventilated areas away from heat and sources of ignition. Store and use only in

equipment/containers designed for use with this product. Containers must be properly labelled and kept closed when not in use. Do not remove

warning labels from containers. Empty packages may contain some remaining product. Retain hazard warning labels on empty packages as a guide to the safe handling, storage and disposal of empty packaging. Do not enter storage tanks without breathing apparatus unless the tank has been well

ventilated and the tank atmosphere has been shown to contain hydrocarbon vapour concentrations of less than 1% of the lower flammability limit and an oxygen concentration of at least 20% volume. Always have sufficient people standing by outside the tank with appropriate breathing apparatus and equipment to effect a quick rescue.

Handling Precautions: Avoid, as far as reasonably practicable, inhalation of vapour, mists or fumes generated during use. Avoid contact with skin and observe good personal hygiene. Avoid contact with eyes. If splashing is likely to occur wear a full face visor or chemical goggles as appropriate. Do

not siphon product by mouth. Whilst using do not eat, drink or smoke. Wash hands thoroughly after contact. Use disposable cloths and discard when soiled. Do not put soiled cloths into pockets. Take all necessary precautions against accidental spillage into soil or water.

Fire Prevention: Light hydrocarbon vapours can build up in the headspace of tanks. These can cause flammability/explosion hazards even at

temperatures below the normal flash point (note: flash point must not be regarded as a reliable indicator of the potential flammability of vapour in

tank headspaces). Tank headspaces should always be regarded as potentially flammable and care should be taken to avoid static electrical discharge

and all ignition sources during filling, ullaging and sampling from storage tanks. Will present a flammability hazard if heated above flash point but

bulk liquids at normal storage temperatures will present virtually no fire hazard. If fuel contacts hot surfaces, or leaks from high pressure fuel pipes,

the vapour and/or mists generated will create a flammability or explosion hazard. When the product is pumped (e.g. during filling, discharge or

ullaging) and when sampling, there is a risk of static discharge. Ensure equipment used is properly earthed or bonded to the tank structure. Product

contaminated rags, paper or material used to absorb spillages, represent a fire hazard, and should not be allowed to accumulate. Dispose of safely

immediately after use. Empty containers represent a fire hazard as they may contain some remaining flammable product and vapour. Never cut, weld,

solder or braze empty containers.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

UN 1202 , Diesel fuel, flammable liquid

Shipping

Labels:

flammable liquid, gas oil

SpecialProvisions

Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:

1202

Shipping

Labels:

flammable liquid, gas oil

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

1202

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Diesel fuel

Chemical name:

Distillates (Fischer-Tropsch), full range, C8-C26, branched and linear

Labels:

flammable liquid, gas oil

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

immiscible with water

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

1202

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Diesel fuel

Chemical name:

Distillates (Fischer-Tropsch), full range, C8-C26, branched and linear

Labels:

flammable liquid, gas oil

Remarks

Additional transport information

Additional information

Special provisions / remarks / other:

Further notes on transport: Avoid crushing the containers. In the event of a spillage follow the warning labels and consult the safety data sheet.

Exposure controls / personal protection

Exposure Limits: There is no appropriate occupational exposure limit for this material. If vapour, mists or fumes are generated, their

concentration in the workplace air should be controlled to the lowest reasonably practicable level.

Protective Clothing: Wear face visor or goggles in circumstances where eye contact can accidentally occur. If skin contact is likely, wear impervious protective clothing and/or gloves. Protective clothing should be regularly inspected and maintained; overalls should be dry-cleaned, laundered

and preferably starched after use.

Respiratory Protection: If operations are such that exposure to vapour, mist or fume may be anticipated, then suitable approved respiratory

equipment should be worn. The use of respiratory equipment must be strictly in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions and any

statutory requirements governing its selection and use.

Stability and reactivity

The substance is stable at ambient temperatures and under normal conditions of use.

Disposal considerations

Dispose of via an authorised person/ licensed waste disposal contractor in accordance with local regulations. Empty packages may contain some

remaining product. Hazard warning labels are a guide to the safe handling of empty packaging and should not be removed.

Used/ contaminated product - European Waste Catalogue (EWC) 13 07 01 fuel oil and diesel.

However, deviation from the intended use and/or the presence of any potential contaminants may require an alternative waste disposal code to be

assigned by the end user.

Incineration: The substance can be disposed of by incineration by burning under controlled conditions at a licensed waste treatment processor in

accordance with local regulations. Stack gases should be scrubbed, because noxious fumes (eg. carbon oxides) could be formed.

Storage: Only use in well ventilated areas. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well

ventilated place when not in use.