Material Safety Data Sheet
ECOL LUBE
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCES/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY UNDERTAKING
Product Name ECOL LUBE
Application Non-toxic lubricant for drilling fluids
Supplier Ava S.p.A.
via Salaria 1313/C
00138 ROMA
Italy
Emergency telephone number Off.: +39 06 885611324; +39 06 885611326; +39 06 885611373
Mob.: +39 3355897280; +39 3355234619; +39 3355710385
Telefax +39-06-8889363
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical description Product based on vegetable, non-toxic oils.
Hazardous Impurities This product doesn't contain relevant concentrations of compounds
classified as hazardous according to EC regulation
EINECS-No.
CAS-No.
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Inhalation Can cause irritation after prolonged contact. Avoid generating
aerosols and mists
Skin contact Can cause moderate irritation. Avoid contact with skin
Eye contact Can cause moderate irritation. Wear eye/face protection
Ingestion Do not take internally. May cause mucosal irritations
Human health hazards - Chronic Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis
Environmental hazards No adverse effects expected.
Physical and chemical hazards None
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation Remove to fresh air. Obtain medical attention
Skin contact Take off contaminated clothing. Wash off affected area with plenty of
water. If skin irritation persists, obtain medical attention
Eye contact Immediately gently irrigate with plenty of water for at least 15’.
Obtain medical attention
Ingestion Rinse mouth repeatedly with water. Do not induce vomiting. Obtain
medical attention
Other information
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media In case of fire use water spray, powder, carbon dioxide
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Unsuitable extinguishing media None
Fire and explosion hazard None.
Protective equipment In case of fire wear a full face positive pressure self contained
breathing apparatus and protective suit
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions Avoid the contact with eyes and skin. Take off all contaminated
clothing
Environmental precautions Do not discharge into drains or the environment.
Do not contaminate ground water system.
Methods for cleaning up Dam up. Reclaim into recovery or salvage drums.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Do not take internally. Do not breathe aerosols and mists. Avoid
contact with skin and eyes
Storage conditions Keep containers tightly closed
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering measures General ventilation is recommended
Exposure limits (ACGIH 2002) This product does not contain any ingredient, which has an established
exposure limit
Personal protection equipment
Respiratory protection Respiratory protection not normally needed. Avoid generating
aerosols and mists
Hand/skin protection Impervious gloves. Standard protective clothing
Eye protection Safety glasses
Hygiene measures Eyewash fountain near-by.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form Liquid
Colour Amber
Odour Characteristic
Boiling point Approx. 300°C
Melting point N/A
Flash point - (PMCC) > 100°C
Auto ignition N/A
Explosion limits N/A
Vapor pressure N/A
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Relative density (25 °C) 0.90 - 0.93
Solubility in water Insoluble
pH N/A
Viscosity N/E
Bulk density N/A
Freezing point N/E
Pour point < - 10°C
Abbreviations: N/A = Not Applicable - N/E = Not Evaluated
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable under normal usage conditions
Conditions to avoid None
Materials to avoid Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition products None
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity Not available data
Primary irritation skin/eye Mild irritant
Sensitization Not available data
Chronic toxicity data Not available data. Prolonged contact may cause dermatitis
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Persistency and degradation Non persistent
Mobility and Bioaccumulation No adverse effects expected
Ecotoxicological effects No data available
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Do not discharge into drains or the environment, dispose to an authorized waste collection point
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Description Not regulated
UN Number Not regulated
Packing group N/A
ADR/RID
Class ADR 2001: label
ADR 2001 Cod. Class
Hazard Identification
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IMDG
Class Subsidiary risk
Em S
IATA
Class
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EC Classification Not regulated
Hazard Symbol None
contains:
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases S23: Do not breathe aerosols and mists
16. OTHER INFORMATION
This material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used in applications consistent with
AVA technology. Individuals handling this product should be informed of the safety precautions and should have access to
this information.
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