Calcium naphthenate

Synonym:Naphthenic acid, calcium salt, in petroleum spirits, paraffin oil.

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title compound61789-36-435%no datano data
mineral spirits64475-85-065%no datano data

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:Vapor is irritating to eyes, skin and respiratory tract, and cause drowsiness. May be harmful if swallowed.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion, eyes, inhalation, skin
Eye Contact:Causes mild irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact:Causes slight to mild irritation of the skin.
Inhalation:Vapor is irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract, and cause drowsiness.
Ingestion:Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal distress, dizziness, weakness, and drowsiness.
Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Mineral spirits entering lungs during vomiting can cause severe
Acute Health Affects:
pulmonary injury.
Chronic Health Affects:No data available
NTP:No
IARC:No
OSHA:No

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SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need
Eye Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Wash the affected area immediately with water. Remove contaminated clothing if necessary. Seek medical
Skin Exposure:
assistance if irritation persists.
Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty
Inhalation:
in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce
Ingestion:
vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.

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SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:>100 °F
Autoignition Temperature:445 °F (mineral sp
Explosion Limits:0.7-8.9% in air (mineral s
Extinguishing Medium:carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam
If this product is involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
self- contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion andIf involved in a fire this material may emit toxic organic fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: Flammable material. No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Eliminate all ignition sources. Small spills may be adsorbed into diatomaceous earth, sand, or other suitable
Spill and Leak Procedures:
adsorbent, and swept up.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:Store the material in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place.

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SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection:Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection:Wear protective clothing and gloves. Consult with glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove.
Ventilation:Material may form a vapor. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator
Respirator:
Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation:Material may form a vapor. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection:No additional protection required.

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SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:viscous liq.
Molecular Weight:not applicable
Melting Point:no data
Boiling Point:no data
Vapor Pressure:no data
Specific Gravity:1.01
Odor:organic odor
Solubility in Water:insoluble

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:air and moisture stable liquid
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:Keep away from heat and ignition sources including open flame and electrostatic discharge.
Incompatibility:Oxidizing agents
Decomposition Products:Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, organic vapors, and metal oxides and carbonates.

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SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
Oral (rat); LD50:>6 gm/kg. For mineral spirits: Oral (rat); LD50: >34600mg/kg. Inhalation (rat); LC50:
RTECS Data:>21400mg/m3/4H. Intraperitoneal (rat); LDLo: 8560mg/kg. Administration onto the skin (rabbit); LD50:
15400mg/kg.
Carcinogenic Effects:No data available
Mutagenic Effects:No data available
Tetratogenic Effects:No data available

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SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:No information available

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SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal:Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.

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SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):Flammable liquids, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR):3
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Packaging Group (CFR):III
UN ID Number (CFR):UN# 1993
Shipping Name (IATA):Flammable liquid, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA):3
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Packaging Group (IATA):III
UN ID Number (IATA):UN# 1993

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SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):Title compound not listed
Second Ingredient:Listed in the TSCA inventory

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Oral

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Rodent - rat

DOSE/DURATION :

>6 gm/kg

TOXIC EFFECTS :

Behavioral - food intake (animal) Behavioral - muscle weakness Gastrointestinal - hypermotility, diarrhea

REFERENCE :

AMIHAB AMA Archives of Industrial Health. (Chicago, IL) V.11-21, 1955-60. For publisher information, see AEHLAU. Volume(issue)/page/year: 12,477,1955