Section 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Iron naphthenate, 80% in mineral spirits (12% Fe)
CAS Registry Number: 1338-14-3
Formula: Fe salt of napthenic acid
EINECS Number: none
Chemical Family: metal carboxylate
Synonym: Naphthenic acid, iron salt, in petroleum spirits, paraffin oil.
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound 1338-14-3 80% no data no data
mineral spirits 64475-85-0 20% no data no data
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: Liquid is irritating to the respiratory tract, skin and eyes. May be harmful if swallowed.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, eyes, inhalation, skin
Eye Contact: Causes 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
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 with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothes 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). Do not
Ingestion:
induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel.
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 involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion and If 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.
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.
SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage: Store in a tightly sealed container and store in a cool place. Handle in a well ventilated area.
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 appropriate chemical resistant gloves and protective clothing.
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.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form: brown liq.
Molecular Weight: not applicable
Melting Point: no data
Boiling Point: no data
Vapor Pressure: no data
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: organic odor
Solubility in Water: slightly soluble
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.
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
No information available in the RTECS files for title compound. For Mineral Spirits: Oral (rat); LD50:>34600
RTECS Data: mg/Kg; Inhalation (rat) LC50: >21400 mg/m3/4H; Intraperitoneal (rat) LDLo: 8560 mg/kg; Skin (rabbit)
LD50: 15400 mg/kg.
Carcinogenic Effects: No data
Mutagenic Effects: No data
Tetratogenic Effects: No data
SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information: No information available
SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal: Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.
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
SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313): Title compound not listed.
Second Ingredient: Listed in the TSCA inventory
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A
