Product Name: Sinopec Gear Grease
Product Use: Lubrication of gears and machinery in industrial and automotive equipment
Manufacturer: Sinopec Corporation
Contact Address: Sinopec Headquarters, No. 22 Chaoyangmen North St, Chaoyang District, Beijing, China
Emergency Phone: +86-10-59960114
Email Contact: msds@sinopec.com
Synonyms: Gear Lubricant, Industrial Grease, Gear Oil Grease
Product Code: See product label or purchase record for specification
Classifications: Not classified as hazardous under GHS for typical usage; may pose risk for skin and eye irritation, possible environmental risk if spilled
Label Elements: May include warning symbol for skin irritation, advice to use protection
Physical Hazards: Grease poses a slip hazard on walking surfaces, combusts under sufficiently high temperatures
Health Hazards: Prolonged exposure can irritate skin or eyes, ingestion may upset digestive tract
Environmental Hazards: Spilled material could harm aquatic life and contaminate watercourses
Routes of Exposure: Skin contact, eye contact, accidental ingestion, inhalation of volatilized oil mist if heated
Main Risks: Direct skin contact, accidental release in waterways, burning residue
Base Oil: Highly refined mineral oil (CAS: 64742-65-0), typically 60-90%
Thickener: Lithium soap (CAS: varies, often lithium 12-hydroxystearate), 5-15%
Additives: Extreme pressure additives, anti-wear agents, antioxidants (such as zinc dialkyldithiophosphate, phosphorus compounds)
Dyes and Minor Components: Proprietary, varies by grade/
Hazardous Components: None present above regulatory threshold for hazard classification
Impurities: None expected under normal manufacturing standards
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. If irritation occurs, seek medical attention.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing until discomfort subsides or a doctor can be seen.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, provide warmth and rest, medical attention if symptoms persist.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting. Give water to drink if victim is conscious. Get medical help if large amounts swallowed or symptoms develop.
Other Important Guidance: Wash exposed skin thoroughly before eating, drinking, or smoking. Medical attention advised for persistent discomfort or significant accidental exposure.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide, or sand. Do not use water jet directly on burning grease as it may spread product.
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jets
Special Hazards: Burning grease emits pungent fumes including carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and irritating smoke.
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full protective clothing, self-contained breathing apparatus
Firefighting Instructions: Approach from upwind, remove containers if safe to do so, cool adjacent containers with water spray
Combustion Products: Carbon oxides, smoke, unburned hydrocarbons
Other Considerations: Grease residue may reignite even after flames die down, reapply extinguishing agent if needed
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unprotected personnel, use non-slip footwear, minimize direct contact
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry to sewers, water courses, or soil. Dike spill with non-combustible absorbent material.
Methods for Cleanup: Scrape or shovel up grease, collect with absorbent (sand, earth, vermiculite), transfer to suitable labeled containers for disposal
Clean-up Recommendations: Ventilate area, avoid inhaling fumes, wash affected area with detergent and plenty of water
Disposal of Collected Material: See Disposal Considerations section for further details
Handling: Wear gloves and goggles to prevent skin and eye contact. Do not handle near open flames, hot surfaces, or where vapors may concentrate. Practice proper hygiene after handling.
Storage: Store in original, tightly closed containers away from direct sunlight, strong oxidizers, and extreme temperatures. Best kept in cool, well-ventilated place.
Incompatible Materials: Avoid exposing product to strong acids, alkalis, and oxidizing agents.
Other Recommendations: Store in areas with impermeable flooring to contain any accidental release
Occupational Exposure Limits: Not specifically regulated for this grease; observe safe handling practices for mineral oils (5 mg/m³ for oil mist in air, ACGIH guideline)
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation where operational procedures generate fumes or mists
Personal Protective Equipment: Gloves (nitrile or neoprene), safety goggles, protective apron if splashing risk present
Respiratory Protection: Not normally required except for heating above 50°C or in poorly ventilated areas. Use mask with particulate filters if needed.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and face before breaks and after work. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse
Exposure Scenarios: Monitor for oil mist in air during mixing, pumping, or mechanical dispersion of grease under heat
Appearance: Smooth, dense, paste-like grease. Color ranges from beige to dark brown depending on grade
Odor: Mild, oily
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point: 160-220°C for lithium complex greases
Boiling Point: >300°C (base oil fraction)
Flash Point: Above 200°C (COC method typical for base oils)
Autoignition Temperature: >300°C
Explosive Limits: Not explosive
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Viscosity: Highly viscous; NLGI grade dependent
Density: 0.9 g/cm³ approx
Other Physicochemical Properties: Not volatile at ambient conditions, does not oxidize or rot in sealed storage
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal use and storage conditions
Hazardous Polymerization: Not expected
Hazardous Reactions: Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents, which can trigger violent chemical reaction
Conditions to Avoid: High heat, open flame, incompatible substances
Decomposition Products: Fumes released under fire conditions include carbon monoxide, sulfur oxides, phosphorus oxides
Reactivity: Non-reactive to inert materials, reacts with oxidizers or strong acids/bases with possible risk of fire or release of irritating fumes
Corrosivity: Not corrosive to common metals under ordinary storage and handling
Acute Toxicity: Practically non-toxic via dermal and oral routes for intended use
Skin Irritation: Prolonged or repeated contact can cause mild to moderate irritation
Eye Irritation: Direct splashes may cause irritation, reddening
Respiratory Effects: Fume or oil mist at high temperatures can irritate nose, throat, or lungs
Sensitization: Not expected based on component knowledge
Chronic Effects: Sustained skin exposure may, over time, lead to dermatitis
Mutagenicity, Carcinogenicity, Reproductive Effects: None known for finished product; base oil is highly refined, not listed as carcinogenic by IARC, OSHA, or NTP
Additional Health Data: Additives present at low concentrations, major risk is physical exposure, not systemic toxicity
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms in large quantities; high viscosity limits bioavailability
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradation is slow in soil and water due to oily consistency
Bioaccumulative Potential: Components with high hydrocarbon content may bioaccumulate, but product is not highly mobile
Mobility in Soil: Low, due to viscous, semi-solid structure
Effect on Sewage Plants: Disrupts microbial action if discharged in high concentrations
Additional Details: Avoid uncontrolled discharge to natural environments; properly collect and contain material after accidental release
Disposal Methods: Handled as non-hazardous industrial waste unless contaminated; recycle through licensed oil recovery facility or dispose in compliance with local, regional, and national regulations
Packing Waste: Collect packaging in dedicated containers for mechanical recycling at authorized sites
Uncleaned Packaging: Residual grease containers should be sent to approved waste handlers after drainage
Special Precautions: Do not burn or dump into drains, waterways, or general municipal waste streams. Always consult regulations prior to disposal.
Legal Waste Code: Check with local environmental authorities for code specific to waste lubricating greases
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous good under international transport rules (ADR, IMDG, IATA)
Proper Shipping Name: Grease, Not Otherwise Specified
Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: Not regulated
Marine Pollutant: No, unless spilled in bulk
Special Precautions for Transport: Avoid container damage, stacking heavy drums safely, containing any leaks during transport
Transport Label: None required for retail or industrial packing sizes
Compliance: Product is in line with existing safety, environmental, and chemical handling regulations in major industrial regions (e.g., China, EU/REACH, OSHA, US EPA, Canada, GHS)
Component Listing: All major components listed or exempt from registration in target market chemical inventories (TSCA, EINECS, IECSC)
Labeling Requirements: User should follow workplace safety labeling practices—include clear storage, handling, and safety guidance
Workplace Safety: Safety data sheet must be available to all personnel handling the product, training required for supervisors and operators
Other Regulations: Finished product not subject to export/restriction controls except for environmental protection on spillage
Recommended Standards: Refer to national guidelines on lubricant storage, workplace oil mist limits, and emergency response requirements
