SAFETY DATA SHEET
Apiezon® L Ultra High Vacuum Grease
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Apiezon® L Grease
Other Names:
Apiezon® L ultra high vacuum grease
Product Number(s):
M009, M010, M1-L-00025, M1-L-00050, M1-L-04000
CAS Number:
?
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory use. Lubricant in high vacuum systems.
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
Not classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC.
Label Elements
Signal Words
Warning
Hazard Statement(s)
NON?HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON?DANGEROUS GOODS.
Precautionary Statement(s)
Not available.
Primary route(s) of entry
Not applicable.
Human Health
Inhalation:
Not available.
Ingestion:
Not available.
Eyes:
Not available.
Skin:
Not available.
Environment
No further relevant information available.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
No information available.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
DO NOT induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention.
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air. If rapid recovery does not occur, seek medical attention.
Skin Contact
Wash with soap and water.
Eye Contact
Flush with plenty of water for at least 10 minute. If irritation persists seek medical aid.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
Carbon dioxide, dry powder, foam or water fog. Do not use water jets.
HAZCHEM
Not available.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Spilt product constitutes a slip hazard. Avoid contact with eyes.
Environmental precautions
Not available.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Place into sealable containers for disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Wear appropriate protective equipment when handling (refer to Section 8). Wash thoroughly after handling.
Conditions for safe storage
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Engineering controls
None required in normal use.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Wear safety glasses
Skin protection
Protective gloves
Body protection
Protective clothing
Respiratory protection
Not required.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Yellow grease.
Odour
Faint oily smell.
pH
Not available.
Vapour Pressure
Not available.
Density
Not available.
Boiling Point
Not available.
Melting Point
Does not melt.
Solubility
Insoluble in water.
Specific Gravity of Density
0.896 at 20°C.
Flash Point
> 260°C.
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Not determined.
Ignition Temperature
> 320°C.
Formula
Not available.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions of use.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Will not occur.
Conditions to avoid
Temperatures above 120°C and incompatible materials.
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidising agents.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects
No further relevant information available.
Eye contact
May cause transient irritation.
Skin contact
Repeated and prolonged skin contact may cause skin disorders.
Ingestion
May cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Inhalation
Low volatility makes inhalation unlikely ? no known effects.
Toxicity and irritation
No further relevant information available.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
When used and/or disposed of as indicated no adverse environmental effects are foreseen.
Persistence and degradability
Slowly biodegradable in aerobic conditions. PTFE biologically inert.
Bioaccumulative potential
Non volatile. Insoluble in water.
Other adverse effects
No further relevant information available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General information
Product and packaging must be disposed on in accordance with local, state and federal laws. Must not be incinerated due to liberation of toxic gases at > 300°C. Unused product may be returned for reclamation.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
Not available.
UN Number
None.
Proper shipping name
Not regulated.
Transport hazard class
Void
Packing group
None.
Environmental hazard
No information available.
Special precautions for users
Not regulated.
Additional information
Not regulated.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
None Allocated.
Other Information
No further information available.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
5 October 2021
Comments
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
References
List of Publications referenced when creating this MSDS;
? Hazardous Substances Information System Consolidated Lists: Safe Work Australia.
? APPROVED CRITERIA FOR CLASSIFYING HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES [NOHSC:1008(2004)] 3rd Edition: National Occupational Health and Safety Commission.
? Dangerous Goods ? Initial Emergency Response Guide (SAA/SNZ HB76:1997).
? IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations.
? Adopted National Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment [NOHSC:1003(1995)].
? Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons [SUSPD] (Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing).
? Hazardous Substances Information System Consolidated Lists: Safe Work Australia.
? APPROVED CRITERIA FOR CLASSIFYING HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES [NOHSC:1008(2004)] 3rd Edition: National Occupational Health and Safety Commission.
? Dangerous Goods ? Initial Emergency Response Guide (SAA/SNZ HB76:1997).
? IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations.
? Adopted National Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment [NOHSC:1003(1995)].
? Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons [SUSPD] (Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing).
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.