Bio G-3000™ MSDS Sheet
Section I: Product Identification
Common Name: Biodiesel
Chemical Name: Fatty Acid Methyl Esters
Formula: C14-C24 Methyl Esters
Chemical Family: CAS No: 67784-80-9
Section II: Ingredients and Hazardous Classification
Typical Composition: Alkyl C14-C24 Methyl Esters

 OSHA PEL

ACGIH TLV

 Percent:

 None

None

99
This Product Contains no Hazardous Materials
SARA Title III Section 313: Not Listed

 

Section III: Physical/Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point: >400 °F
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): <5 mm Hg @ 72 °F
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1) 0.87 @ 25 °C
Melting Point: -1 °C
Evaporation Rate: Less than .005 versus (Butyl Acetate = 1)
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Appearance and Odor: Light to dark yellow clear liquid/ light musty odor
Section IV: Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (Method Used): >266 °F PMCC
Flammable Limits: N/A
HMIS Rating: HEALTH - 0, FIRE - 1, REACTIVITY - 0
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Treat as oil fire
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Rags soaked with any solvent present a fire hazard and should be stored in an approved UL listed covered container
Section V: Reactivity Data
Reactivity: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: None Known
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Strong Oxidizing Agents
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide
Hazardous Polymerization: Will Not Occur
Section VI: Health Hazard Data
Inhalation: No Known Problems
Skin Contact: Not Classified as a Skin Irritant or Corrosive Material
Eye Contact: Not Classified as Eye Irritants
Ingestion: LD50 > 2000 mg/kg (rat)
Carcinogenicity:
OSHA Regulated: No NTP: No IARC Monographs: No
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, contact physician.
Eye: Rinse with water 15 min., contact physician.
Skin: Rinse with water and soap.
Section VII: Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Avoid uncontrolled releases. Contain spilled material. Transfer to secure containers. Use absorbent media if necessary.
Disposal: Dispose of according to Federal, state and/or local regulations.
Precautions To Be Taken in Handling and Storing: Avoid open flames.
Other Precautions: None
Section VIII: Control Measures
Respiratory Protection: None Required
Ventilation: Mechanical
Protective Gloves: Rubber
Eye Protection: Safety Glasses/Splash Goggles
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: None Required
Work/Hygienic Practices: Use General Hygienic Work Procedures
Transportation
DOT Code: N/A
DOT Shipping Name: Fatty Acid Esters
Other Regulatory: Listed in TSCA Inventory

Date Prepared: 10/08/04
Signature of Preparer: Tom Dobbs (859) 472-7363

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