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OM ER ADA HESS CmPORATION
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Dyed Premium Diesel Fuel MSDS No. 9908
WARNING: the burning of any hydrocarbon as a fuel in an area without adequate ventilation may result in
hazardous levels of combustion products, including carbon monoxide, and inadequate oxygen levels, which
may cause unconsciousness, suffocation, and death.
CHRONIC EFFECTS and CARCINOGENICITV
Similar products produced skin cancer and systemic toxicity in laboratory animals following repeated
applications. The significance of these results to human exposures has not been determined - see Section 11
Toxicological Information.
lARC classifies whole diesel fuel exhaust particulates as probably carcinogenic to humans (Group 2A).
NIOSH regards whole diesel fuel exhaust particulates as a potential cause of occupational lung cancer based
on animal studies and limited evidence in humans.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE
Irritation from skin exposure may aggravate existing open wounds, skin disorders, and dermatitis (rash).
I 4. FIRSTAID MEASURES (rev. Feb-98) J
EYES
In case of contact with eyes, immediately flush with clean, low-pressure water for at least 15 min. Hold
eyelids open to ensure adequate flushing. Seek medical attention.
SKIN
Remove contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated areas thoroughly with soap and water or waterless hand
cleanser. Obtain medical attention if irritation or redness develops.
INGESTION
DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Do not give liquids. Obtain immediate medical attention. If spontaneous
vomiting occurs, lean victim forward to reduce the risk of aspiration. Monitor for breathing difficulties. Small
amounts of material which enter the mouth should be rinsed out until the taste is dissipated.
INHALATION
Remove person to fresh air. If person is not breathing provide artificial respiration. If necessary, provide
additional oxygen once breathing is restored if trained to do so. Seek medical attention immediately.
I 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES (rev. Oct-96) ' ]
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES:
FLASH POINT: >125'’F (>52“C) minimum PMCC
AUTOIGNITION POINT: 494 “F (257 ’C)
OSHA/NFPA FLAMMABILITY CLASS; 2 (COMBUSTIBLE) (see Section 14 for transportation classification).
LOWER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT (%): 0.6
UPPER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT (%): 7.5
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Vapors may be ignited rapidly when exposed to heat, spark, open flame or other source of ignition. When
mixed with air and exposed to an ignition source, flammable vapors can burn in the open dhexplode in
confined spaces. Being heavier than air. vapors may travel long distances to an ignition source and flash
back. Runoff to sewer may cause fire or explosion hazard.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
SMALL FIRES: Any extinguisher suitable for Class B fires, dry chemical. CO2. water spray, fire fighting foam.
or Halon.
LARGE FIRES; Water spray, fog or fire fighting foam. Water may be ineffective for fighting the fire, but may
be used to cool fire-exposed containers.
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