Conforms to 91/155/EEC - 2001/58/EC - United Kingdom (UK)

SAFETY DATA SHEET

NEVAMELT
1. Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company/undertaking
Product name : NEVAMELT
Material Uses : Industrial applications: Lubricant.

Manufacturer / Supplier :
Drew Marine Drew Marine
Ashland Specialty Chemical Company Ashland Specialty Chemical Company
Malledijk 20 One Drew Plaza
3208 LA Spijkenisse Boonton, NJ 07005
Netherlands United States
Tel. No.: Tel. No.:
+31 181 457 070 +1 (973) 263 7600
Fax: Fax:
+31 181 625 792 +1 (973) 263 4491
Emergency telephone number
(Germany) : +49 621 60-43333
Fax:
(Germany) : +49 621 60-92664

2. Composition/information on ingredients
Substance/Preparation : Preparation

Chemical name* CAS No. % EC Number Classification

Sodium nitrite 7632-00-0 0.5-1 231-555-9 O; R8
T; R25
N; R50
See Section 16 for the full text of the R Phrases declared above

* Occupational Exposure Limit(s), if available, are listed in Section 8

3. Hazards identification
The preparation is classified as dangerous according to Directive 1999/45/EC and its amendments.
Classification : Harmful
R22- Harmful if swallowed.
Effects and symptoms
Inhalation : Slightly hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant).
Ingestion : Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation and diarrhoea.
Skin contact : Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Skin inflammation is
characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.
Eye Contact : Slightly hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant).
Target Organs : Contains material which causes damage to the following organs: eye, lens or
cornea.

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4. First-aid measures
First-Aid measures
Inhalation : If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
Ingestion : If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical
personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen
tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Obtain medical attention
immediately.
Skin contact : Wash with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Eye Contact : Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately
flush eyes with a copious amount of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical
attention if irritation occurs.

5. Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing Media
Suitable : SMALL FIRE: Use dry chemical powder or CO2.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Hazardous thermal (de)composition : These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2) and water, nitrogen oxides (NO,
products NO2...). Some metallic oxides.
Protection of fire-fighters : Fire fighters should wear self-contained positive pressure breathing apparatus
(SCBA) and full turnout gear.

6. Accidental release measures

Personal Precautions : Splash goggles. Boots. Gloves.
Environmental precautions and : Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Call
cleanup methods for assistance on disposal. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the
contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
Note: See section 8 for personal protective equipment and section 13 for waste disposal.

7. Handling and storage

Handling : Keep away from heat. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the
residue under a fume hood. Wear suitable protective clothing. If ingested,
seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Keep
away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents.
Storage : Keep container tightly closed.
Packaging materials
Recommended use : Use original container.

8. Exposure controls/personal protection

Engineering measures
Hygiene measures
: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering
controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user
operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
: Wash hands, forearms, and face thoroughly after handling compounds and
before eating, smoking, using lavatory, and at the end of day.

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Respiratory system : Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Dust respirator.

Skin and body : Lab coat.

Hands : Impervious gloves.

9. Physical and chemical properties

Physical state : Solid. (Paste)
Colour : Tan.
Odour : Not available.
Melting point : >100°C (212°F)
Density : 0.9 g/cm3 (25°C / 77°F)
Solubility : Insoluble in cold water.
pH : Not applicable.
Flash point : CLOSED CUP: >121°C (249.8°F).(Pensky-Martens.)

10. Stability and reactivity

Stability : The product is stable.
Materials to avoid : Reactive with oxidizing agents.
Keep away from the following materials: Chlorine , Oxygen

Hazardous decomposition products : These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2) and water, nitrogen oxides (NO,
NO2...). Some metallic oxides.

11. Toxicological information

Acute toxicity
Ingredient Name Test Result Route Species
Sodium nitrite LD50 180 mg/kg Oral Rat
LD50 186 mg/kg Oral Rabbit
LD50 175 mg/kg Oral Mouse
LDLo 22 mg/kg Oral child
LDLo 71 mg/kg Oral Human
LDLo 321 mg/kg Oral man

Chronic toxicity : Repeated exposure to an highly toxic material may produce general
deterioration of health by an accumulation in one or many human organs.
Skin irritation : Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant).
Eye irritation : Slightly hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant).
Carcinogenic effects : Not available.

Mutagenic Effects : Not available.

Reproduction toxicity : Not available.

12. Ecological information

Persistence/degradability : Ecological testing has not been conducted on this product.

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13. Disposal considerations

Methods of disposal ; Waste of : Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local
residues ; Contaminated packaging environmental control regulations.

European Waste Catalogue (EWC) : 16 05 03

Hazardous Waste : The classification of the product may meet the criteria for a hazardous waste.
Additional Information : 16 05 03 other waste containing organic chemicals, e.g. lab chemicals not
otherwise specified

14. Transport information

International transport regulations
Land - Road/Railway
UN number : Not regulated.
Proper shipping name : -
ADR/RID Class : -
Other information : -
Sea
UN number : Not regulated.
Proper shipping name : -
IMDG Class : -
Other information : Remarks
Not controlled under IMDG.

15. Regulatory information

EU Regulations
Hazard symbol(s) :

Harmful
Risk Phrases : R22- Harmful if swallowed.
Safety Phrases : S28- After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap and water.
S37- Wear suitable gloves.
Contains : Sodium nitrite 231-555-9
Product Use : Classification and labelling have been performed according to EU directives
67/548/EEC, 88/379/EEC, including amendments and the intended use.
- Industrial applications.

16. Other information

Full text of R-Phrases with no. : R8- Contact with combustible material may cause fire.
appearing in Section 2 - United R25- Toxic if swallowed.
Kingdom (UK) R50- Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
Text of classifications appearing in : O - Oxidizing
Section 2 - United Kingdom (UK) T - Toxic
N - Dangerous for the environment.
HISTORY
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NEVAMELT® is a trademark of Ashland Inc.

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Notice to Reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor
any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained
herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown
hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these
are the only hazards that exist.
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