Material Safety Data Sheet

AVOIL BASE

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCES/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY UNDERTAKING

Product Name AVOIL BASE

Application Oil Base Mud

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 Hydrocarbon Mixture

Hazardous Impurities This product does not contain relevant concentrations of any
ingredient evaluated hazardous according EEC legislation

EINECS-No.

CAS-No. 64742-96-7

3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Inhalation Exposure to vapour may have the following effects:
eye irritation, irritation of nose, throat and respiratory tract

Skin contact Material may cause slight irritation on prolonged or repeated contact.
Repeated or prolonged contact may produce defatting of the skin
leading to irritation and dermatitis.

Eye contact Liquid can cause slight transient irritation. Vapour may cause
conjunctival irritation.

Ingestion Swallowing may have the following effects: irritation of mouth, throat
and digestive tract.

Human health hazards - Chronic Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis

Environmental hazards No adverse effects expected. Do not allow to enter water courses

Physical and chemical hazards

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Inhalation Remove to fresh air. Keep warm and at rest

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 10’.
Obtain medical attention

Ingestion Rinse mouth repeatedly with water. Do not induce vomiting. Obtain
medical attention
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Other information

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing media In case of fire use foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Keep containers and surroundings cool with water spry

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 Wear appropriate protective clothing

Environmental precautions Prevent spread of material by use of temporary bund or impervius

barrier. Try to prevent the material from entering drains or water
courses.

Methods for cleaning up Contain and absorb using earth, sand or other inert material. Tranfer
into suitable closed containers for disposal

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Use in well
ventilated area.

Storage conditions Store away from sources of heat or ignition. Suitable storage materials
are : mild steel

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Engineering measures General ventilation is recommended

Exposure limits (ACGIH 2004) This product is not classified as hazardous

Personal protection equipment

Respiratory protection Respiratory protection not normally needed.

Hand/skin protection PVC or rubber gloves

Eye protection Safety glasses

Hygiene measures Eye-wash fountain near-by. Keep a safety shower available

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Form Liquid

Colour Colourless

Odour Mild. Characteristic

Boiling point Above 220 °C

Melting point N/A

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Flash point - (PMCC) Exceeds 100

Auto ignition Above 220 °C

Explosion limits N/A

Vapour pressure 0.08 kPa at 40 °C (measured as millibars)

Relative density 812 kg/m³ at 15 °C

Solubility in water Insoluble

pH N/A

Viscosity 3.0 at 40 °C (cP)

Bulk density N/A

Freezing point N/A

Pour point Less than 15 °C

Abbreviations: N/A = Not Applicable - N/E = Not Evaluated
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable

Conditions to avoid

Materials to avoid Concentrated nitric acid. Strong oxidizing agents

Hazardous decomposition products Combustion will generate : oxides of carbon

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute toxicity Low order of acute toxicity.
Oral LD50 (rat) > 3950 mg/kg

Primary irritation skin/eye The eye irritancy has been investigated by OECD Test method 405.
The degree of irritation was insufficient to warrant labelling as an eye
irritant.

Sensitization Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis

Chronic toxicity data None

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Persistency and degradation The product is expected to be readily biodegradable

Mobility and Bioaccumulation No adverse effects expected

Ecotoxicological effects No data available. No adverse effects expected

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Do not discharge into drains or the environment, dispose to an authorized waste collection point

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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Description Not regulated

UN Number N/A

Packing group N/A

ADR/RID

Class ADR 2003 Label: --

ADR 2003 Classif. Code: --
Hazard Identification

IMDG

Class Subsidiary risk: -

Em S

IATA

Class
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EC Classification Not regulated

Hazard Symbol None

contains:

Risk Phrases

Safety Phrases S36 Wear suitable protective clothing

S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes
S43 In case of fire use foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide

16. OTHER INFORMATION

This material safety data sheet provides healt 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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