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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

M anufacturer's Name: ALTANA INC.
Divisions: E. FOUGERA & COM PANY DIVISION
PHARM ADERM DIVISION
Street Address: 60 BAYLIS ROA City, State, Zip Code: M ELVILLE, NEW YORK 11747
(800) 424-9300 , (631) 454-7677
Emergency Telephone No.:

SECTION 1: IDENTITY

Product Name: W hite Petrolatum USP
Synonyms: W hite Petrolatum, Petroleum Jelly, Petrolatum, M ineral Jelly.
CAS #: 8009-03-8
Chemical Family: Saturated Hydrocarbon (Alkane)
Formula: Varies

SECTION 2: SAFETY and HAZARD RATINGS

Health (Acute-Chronic): 1??0 RATINGS
Flammability: 1 M inimal 0
Reactivity: 0 Slight 1
Environment (Air-W ater-Soil): 0??0??3 M oderate 2
Special Hazards: None. Severe 3
Protective Equipment: General ventilation, eye and hand wash, safety glasses Extreme 4

SECTION 3: EM ERGENCY and FIRST AID PROCEDURES

Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Skin: W ash thoroughly with soap and water.
Ingestion: DO NOT INDUCE VOM ITING due to aspiration hazard. If vomiting should occur, lower head below knees to
avoid aspiration. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration.

CALL A PHYSICIAN
CONTACT A POISON CONTROL CENTE

SECTION 4: INGREDIENTS
C A R C IN O G E N H A ZA R D D A T A

A C G IH O SH A
NAM E C A S# % IA R C NTP O SH A TLV PEL

White Petrolatum 8009-03-8 no no no not established

M SDS# 05A W hite Petrolatum USP (June 6, 2005) SECTION 5: FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

199 oC (390 oF)
Flash Point:
Auto-ignition Temperature oF: Not determined.
Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL: Not determined.
UEL: Not determined.
Extinguishing M edia: Alcohol foam, Dry chemical, Carbon dioxide.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None.

SECTION 6: REACTIVITY DATA (PHYSICAL HAZARDS)

Stability: [ X ] Stable [ ] Unstable

Conditions and Chemicals to Avoid: Avoid extreme heat and oxidants.

Hazardous Combustion or Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, Carbon monoxide

Hazardous Polymerization: [ ] M ay Occur [ X ] Should Not Occur

SECTION 7: HEALTH HAZARDS

Primary Route(s) of Entry: Dermal, Ingestion.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
a. Overexposure Effects: a. Generally non-toxic.
b. Chronic Effects b. None known.
1. Inhalation: 1. None expected under normal conditions of use.
2. Eyes: 2. Keep out of eyes; minimally irritating.
3. Skin: 3. M inimally irritating.
4. Ingestion: 4. Produces mild laxative effect. Not absorbed, but may inhibit the absorption of
5. M edical Conditions digestible lipids.
Potentially Aggravated: 5. None known.

SECTION 8: SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS and SPILL/LEAK PROCEDURES

Precautions to be Taken in Keep container closed when not in use. Do not handle or store near extreme heat or
Handling/Storage: oxidants.

Hygienic Practices: Use proper personal hygiene.

W hen M aterial is Released or Spilled: Assure slippery conditions are nullified. Add sand or dirt. Scoop up and remove.
W ash area with soap and water. Dispose of in accordance with federal, state and local
regulations.

W aste Disposal M ethods: Assure conformity with applicable disposal regulations. Dispose of absorbed material
at approved incineration or chemical landfill waste disposal site.

M SDS# 05A W hite Petrolatum USP (June 6, 2005) SECTION 9: SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORM ATION

Respiratory Protection: General ventilation.
Skin Protection: Normal hygiene.
Eye Protection: Normal hygiene.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: None.

SECTION 10: CONTAINERS and LABELING

Special Precautions: Keep container closed when not in use. Do not handle or store near extreme
heat and oxidants.
Recommended Container: As supplied (not sold in bulk quantity).
Protect the Container by: Avoid physical damage and heat.
Container Should be Handled in an Area with: Cool, dry conditions.
The Empty Container is: Safe after proper cleaning.
Precautionary Label: For external use only.
W arning Placard: Keep out of reach of children.
IM O Hazard Class #: Not applicable.
UN/NA #: Not applicable.
Hazard Classification: Not applicable.
DOT Name: Not applicable.
Shipping Instructions: Keep away from extreme heat and oxidants.

SECTION 11: ENVIRONM ENTAL RISKS

Aquatic Toxicity: Not indicated.
Biodegradability: Not indicated.
Partition Coefficient: Not indicated.

SECTION 12: REGULATORY INFORM ATION

Refer to the following OSHA Regulations: Not applicable.
references: DOT Regulations: Not applicable.
EPA Regulations: Not applicable.
Other: FDA: 21 CFR 172.880
21 CFR 175.105
NDC: 0168-0053-16
0168-0053-21
0168-0053-45

M SDS# 05A W hite Petrolatum USP (June 6, 2005) SECTION 13: PHYSICAL DATA

Appearance and Odor: An oily, transparent amorphous mass, colorless-to-amber in color, and practically
odorless. Consistency varies with temperature.
M olecular W eight: Not indicated.
pH: Not applicable.
Refractive Index @ 20 oC: Not indicated.
Viscosity @ 25 oC: Not indicated.
~ 343 oC (650 oF)
Boiling Point:
38 o??60 oC (100 o??140 oF)
Freezing/M elting Point:
Congealing Point: Not indicated.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg @ 20 oC): <1.0
Vapor Density (Air=1): Not applicable.
Solubility in W ater: Insoluble.
Solubility in Alcohol: Insoluble.
Solubility in Oil: Soluble
Solubility in Other: Not determined.
0.815??0.880 @ 60 oC
Specific Gravity (H 2O=1):
% Volatile by Volume: 0
Evaporation Rate (Ether=1): 0

Date of Preparation/Change: Revision # 3 Replaces
June 6, 2005 June 14, 2002

The information presented herein relates to the specific material described and may not be valid for this material used in
combination with any other materials or in any process. This information is, to the best of our knowledge, accurate and reliable on
the date compiled. W e make no representation, warranty or guarantee as to its accuracy, reliability or completeness.

It is the reader's responsibility to ascertain whether the information supplied is suitable and complete for that person's specific
uses. This M aterial Safety Data Sheet was prepared for ALTANA INC. by:

COM PLIANCE INNOVATIONS, INC.
706 Route 15 South, Suite 207
Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey 07849
973-663-1120 ?? fax 973-663-2378
helpdesk@chemply.com

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