Mineral oil, white
  • Drakeol
  • Kaydol
  • Parol
  • Peneteck
  • Slab oil
  • White mineral oil
Formula Unspecified
Description Colorless liquid.
Uses Lubricant, hydrolic fluid, laxative.

Registry Numbers and Inventories.
CAS 8042-47-5
NIH PubChem CID 204435 (SID)
EC (EINECS/ELINCS) 232-455-8
RTECS PY8047000
RTECS class Tumorigen
Beilstein/Gmelin NA
Canada DSL/NDSL DSL
US TSCA Listed
Austrailia AICS Listed
New Zealand Listed
Korea ECL Listed
Philippiens PICCS Listed

Properties.
Boiling point, °C 300
Vapor density (air=1) >1
Density 0.872 g/cm3

Hazards and Protection.
Storage Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Handling Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Protection Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
Small spills/leaks Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal.
Stability Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions.
Incompatibilities Oxidizing agents.
Decomposition Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Fire.
Flash Point,°C 182
Fire fighting Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire, use water fog, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or regular foam.
NFPA Health 0
  Flammability 1
  Reactivity 0

Health.
Exposure effects Ingestion of large amounts will produce laxative effects
   Ingestion May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Aspiration of material into the lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis, which may be fatal.
   Inhalation May cause respiratory tract irritation.
   Skin May cause skin irritation.
   Eyes May cause eye irritation.

First aid		  
   Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
   Inhalation Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
   Skin Get medical aid immediately. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
   Eyes Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.

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