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PARAFFIN WAX | ICSC: 1457 |
Paraffin waxes and hydrocarbon waxes (See Notes) CnH2n+2 CAS # 8002-74-2 RTECS # RV0350000 May 08, 2003 Peer reviewed |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Combustible.
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Dry powder,
water
foam,
carbon dioxide,
dry sand.
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EXPLOSION |
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EXPOSURE |
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INHALATION |
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Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection
when handling molten form.
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Fresh air, rest.
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SKIN |
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Heat-insulating gloves
when handling molten form.
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Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
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EYES |
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Safety goggles,
when handling molten form.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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INGESTION |
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
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PARAFFIN WAX | ICSC: 1457 |
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PHYSICAL PROPERTIES |
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ENVIRONMENTAL DATA |
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Other melting points: 45-95°C.
A complex combination of hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum fractions by solvent crystallization (solvent deoiling) or by the sweating process. It consists of straight chain hydrocarbons having carbon numbers predominantly greater than C20.
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