Product Name: Sinopec Graphite Grease
Manufacturer: China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec)
Recommended Use: Lubrication for mechanical equipment, especially in conditions prone to high loads, friction, or exposure to water and dust
Contact Information: Emergency telephone number, local distributor address, and email for technical assistance
Product Code: Reference internal or packaging label for specific batch and grade details
Synonyms: Multi-purpose Graphite Grease, Lithium Graphite Grease, Heavy Duty Graphite Lubricant
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS criteria for this product type; typically regarded as non-flammable and non-toxic under normal use
Physical Hazards: May become slippery and present slip hazards on solid surfaces; considerable risk in warehouse, machine shop, and transport settings if spilled
Health Hazards: Prolonged skin contact causes dryness or mild irritation; eye contact can cause mild reversible irritation; not expected to pose an ingestion hazard in industrial settings
Environmental Hazards: Bulk release to soil or waterway carries the potential for long-term ecological damage due to mineral oil and heavy metals found in graphite additives
Signal Words: Not applicable, precaution based on possible irritation
Label Elements: Wear gloves; keep away from drains, streams, and unmanaged soils
Main Components: Refined mineral oil base (65-90%), graphite (5-15%), thickener such as lithium soap (5-20%), trace performance additives (antioxidants, corrosion inhibitors, <1%)
Chemical CAS Numbers: Mineral oil base (CAS: 8042-47-5), graphite (CAS: 7782-42-5), lithium soap derivatives (CAS: 7487-42-3, 1305-60-0)
Impurities: Heavy metals typically below threshold limits set by international regulations; any PCB or organic solvents not present above detection limits
Hazardous Ingredients: None within OSHA-defined hazardous ranges for end users
Inhalation: Move to fresh air if vapor or mist inhaled during high-temperature use; seek medical advice for persistent irritation or breathing problems
Skin Contact: Wash exposed area with mild soap and water after accidental contact; apply moisturizer if dryness develops; remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes for several minutes with water; remove contacts; seek treatment if irritation continues beyond a few hours
Ingestion: Call a physician or poison center for large swallowings; avoid inducing vomiting; rinse mouth
Advice for Medical Staff: Treat symptomatically; no special antidote required
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide; avoid water jets due to slick runoff and potential environmental contamination
Special Hazards: Combustion produces carbon oxides, hydrocarbons, and minor quantities of metal oxide fumes
Firefighter Protection: Full protective gear; self-contained breathing apparatus recommended under heavy smoke
Other Information: Remove containers from fire if safe; prevent firefighting runoff from entering drains or soil
Personal Protection: Gloves and safety glasses recommended; slip-resistant footwear crucial
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into waterways and drains; absorb with sand, soil, or inert materials
Cleanup Methods: Shovel or scrape bulk material into sealed containers for recovery or approved waste disposal; wipe smaller spills with absorbent cloths
Notification: Inform environmental authorities if significant release reaches natural water or soil
Local Regulations: Disposal and notification standards governed by municipal and national environmental laws
Handling Precautions: Avoid direct contact with skin and eyes; use recommended PPE; keep away from food; maintain good industrial hygiene practices
Storage Conditions: Store tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated space; segregate from strong oxidizing acids; prevent freezing or overheating
Technical Measures: Implement good ventilation; grounding not essential as product is non-flammable, but keep away from ignition sources in surrounding environment
Container Materials: Steel or HDPE containers give best long-term storage durability; label each with product identity and date
Occupational Exposure Limits: Graphite: 2 mg/m³ (ACGIH TLV respirable fraction); mineral oil mist: 5 mg/m³ (ACGIH TLV total mist)
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust or dilution ventilation for workplaces with continuous application; enclosure or transfer systems recommended for bulk users
Personal Protection: Chemically resistant gloves (nitrile, PVC), coveralls, safety goggles to prevent accidental splash or smear
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask or respirator advised for prolonged or high-dust activities
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before breaks, after handling, and at shift end; no eating or drinking in application areas
Appearance: Dark to black, smooth grease; semi-solid to solid consistency at ambient temperature
Odor: Mild, mineral oil-like with faint carbon notes
pH: Not applicable (non-aqueous material)
Melting Point/Softening Point: 160–190°C (dropping point varies by grade)
Boiling Point: Above 250°C (decomposition occurs before boiling)
Flash Point: Generally over 180°C
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Solubility: Insoluble in water; partial solubility in hydrocarbons
Density: 0.95–1.2 g/cm³ (typical range depending on content)
Viscosity: Highly viscous, shear-thinning under pressure
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions for more than 12 months
Reactivity: Does not react violently with water or air; strong oxidizers like chlorine, peroxides, and nitric acid cause hazardous decomposition
Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, metallic oxides, oil mist under fire or high heat
Polymerization: Not expected to occur
Acute Toxicity: Low hazard by dermal, inhalation, or oral routes; data shows limited systemic toxicity in humans or test animals
Irritation: Can de-fat skin or cause mild reversible eye irritation with repeated or prolonged exposure
Sensitization: Not identified as a skin or respiratory sensitizer
Chronic Effects: Long-term exposure not linked to cancer, organ system toxicity, or reproductive harm in reputable studies
Other Health Effects: No evidence of chronic poisoning at workplace concentrations typically encountered
Ecotoxicity: Large-scale release may impact aquatic life and soil organisms due to hydrocarbon and graphite oil film formation; persistent in the environment if unmanaged
Bioaccumulation: Minimal potential due to limited water solubility and low vapor pressure; graphite may accumulate in sediment
Mobility: Product is immobile in soil but risks surface water migration if spilled in wet conditions
Degradability: Slow degradation in natural environments; crude oil base compartment degrades under bacteria over months to years
Other Adverse Effects: No data showing endocrine disruption or significant ozone depletion risk
Waste Handling: Collect excess or waste grease in sealed, labeled containers; recycle through oil recovery facilities where possible
Disposal Methods: If not recycled, consign to hazardous waste facilities for thermally safe destruction or controlled landfill in accordance with local law
Contaminated Packaging: Clean before reuse or dispose of as regulated industrial waste
Local Disposal Regulations: Always check with regional and national environmental rules to determine safest, legal options for oil-derived waste disposal
UN Number: Not classified as a hazardous material for land, sea, or air transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated for carriage under normal conditions
Packing Group: Not applicable
Special Precautions: Prevent leaks or bulk container rupture; stack containers to prevent rolling or dropping during shipping
Environmental Hazards in Transit: Issue may arise if accidental bulk spill enters water—clean up promptly
Regulatory Labels: Ensure correct product description on waybill; use "lubricating grease, not regulated" for customs
Safety, Health, Environment Regulations: Complies with Chinese national standards for lube oils (GB and HJ series); meets EU REACH pre-registration; fully compliant with OSHA and WHMIS standards for industrial greases
Chemical Inventory Status: All ingredients appear on EINECS, TSCA, and DSL inventories
Labeling Requirements: GHS-style hazard pictogram not required on containers sold for end-user use
Other Industry Guidance: Ensure end-users review handling and hygiene measures for any industrial lubricant containing solid or semi-solid carbon forms
