White Spirits

1. Identification

• Product Name: White Spirits
• Synonyms: Mineral Spirits, Stoddard Solvent, Petroleum Spirits, Varsol, Solvent Naphtha
• Restrictions on Use: Not to be used for personal cleaning or as a fuel.

2. Hazard Identification

• Classification of the substance or mixture:
  • Flammable Liquids: Category 3
  • Aspiration Hazard: Category 1
  • Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 2
  • Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Single Exposure (Narcotic Effects): Category 3
• Label elements:
  • Hazard pictograms:
  • Signal word: Danger
  • Hazard statements:
    • H226: Flammable liquid and vapor.
    • H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
    • H315: Causes skin irritation.
    • H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
  • Precautionary statements:
    • P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
    • P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
    • P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
    • P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
    • P331: Do NOT induce vomiting.
    • P370+P378: In case of fire: Use foam, dry chemical, or CO2 for extinction.

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

• Substance: White Spirits
• CAS Number: 8052-41-3
• EC Number: 232-489-3
• Chemical Formula: Mixture of hydrocarbons
• Percentages: 100%

4. First Aid Measures

• Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
• Skin contact: Wash with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.
• Eye contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists, seek medical advice/attention.
• Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water. Seek immediate medical attention. Aspiration hazard if swallowed; can enter lungs and cause damage.

5. Fire-Fighting Measures

• Suitable extinguishing media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, CO2.
• Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Fire may produce irritating, corrosive, and/or toxic gases.
• Advice for firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear. Use water spray to cool unopened containers.

6. Accidental Release Measures

• Personal precautions: Use personal protective equipment. Avoid breathing vapors, mist, or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Remove all sources of ignition.
• Environmental precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains or watercourses.
• Methods for containment and cleaning up: Contain spillage, and then collect with non-combustible absorbent material (e.g., sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite) and place in container for disposal according to local regulations.

7. Handling and Storage

• Precautions for safe handling: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapor or mist. Use explosion-proof equipment. Keep away from sources of ignition – No smoking. Take measures to prevent the build-up of electrostatic charge.
• Conditions for safe storage: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store away from heat, sparks, open flame, and direct sunlight.

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

• Control parameters:
  • Occupational exposure limits:
    • ACGIH TLV: 100 ppm
    • OSHA PEL: 500 ppm
• Appropriate engineering controls: Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Use explosion-proof equipment.
• Personal protective equipment:
  • Eye/face protection: Safety glasses with side shields or goggles.
  • Skin protection: Wear protective gloves and protective clothing.
  • Respiratory protection: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
  • Thermal hazards: Not applicable.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

• Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid.
• Odor: Characteristic petroleum odor.
• Odor threshold: Not available.
• pH: Not applicable.
• Melting point/freezing point: Not available.
• Initial boiling point and boiling range: 150-200°C (302-392°F)
• Flash point: 38-42°C (100-108°F)
• Evaporation rate: Not available.
• Flammability (solid, gas): Not applicable.
• Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: 0.7 – 6% (V)
• Vapor pressure: Not available.
• Vapor density: >1 (air = 1)
• Relative density: 0.78 – 0.82 g/cm³
• Solubility(ies): Insoluble in water.
• Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available.
• Auto-ignition temperature: >230°C (446°F)
• Decomposition temperature: Not available.
• Viscosity: Not available.
• Explosive properties: Not explosive.
• Oxidizing properties: Not oxidizing.

10. Stability and Reactivity

• Reactivity: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
• Chemical stability: Stable under normal conditions.
• Possibility of hazardous reactions: None under normal processing.
• Conditions to avoid: Heat, flames, sparks, and other sources of ignition.
• Incompatible materials: Strong oxidizing agents.
• Hazardous decomposition products: Carbon oxides.