Sinopec Hydraulic Oil Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

Identification

Product Name: Sinopec Hydraulic Oil
Product Code: Refers to a specific Sinopec product within their hydraulic oil range
Recommended Use: Used as a hydraulic fluid for heavy machinery, automotive, and industrial applications
Manufacturer: Sinopec Lubricant Company Limited
Address: No.6, Xibahe, Chaoyang District, Beijing, China
Customer Service Phone: +86-10-5996-0028
Emergency Phone: Available through authorized distributors or safety card
Email Contact: Maintained via corporate website for SDS requests
Date of Issue: Usually updated annually to maintain compliance with evolving regulations

Hazard Identification

Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS, but caution remains necessary for skin and eye contact
Physical Hazards: Liquid under pressure, moderate slip risk on spills
Health Hazards: Prolonged skin contact can lead to irritation or dermatitis; eyes exposed to product may water or redden
Environmental Hazards: High risk to aquatic organisms in concentrated form, possible accumulation in watercourses
Label Elements: Contains mineral oil, requires appropriate caution symbols on primary containers
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with skin and eyes, wear suitable protective equipment, restrict release to environment

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Main Substance: Severely refined mineral oil (CAS 64742-65-0), base content usually above 85%
Additives: Includes anti-wear agents, rust inhibitors, antioxidants, viscosity index improvers
Concentration Range: Additives typically less than 10% individually, composition varies with product grade
Impurities: Contains trace metals and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons well below regulatory thresholds
Other Identifiers: Each additive may carry unique CAS numbers, available on full technical sheet upon formal request

First Aid Measures

Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with clean running water for several minutes; seek medical help if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly using soap and water; seek care if a rash forms
Inhalation: Move the affected person to fresh air; support breathing, call medical help if symptoms occur
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, medical evaluation is important especially for large quantities
Symptoms: Possible redness, irritation, discomfort in contact areas; persistent symptoms require physician review

Fire-Fighting Measures

Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry powder, foam, carbon dioxide, water mist (not direct water jets)
Specific Hazards: Produces toxic fumes (CO, CO2, possibly NOx) when burned; containers exposed to fire risk explosion from pressure build-up
Advice for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear; avoid inhaling combustion gases
Special Procedures: Remove nearby containers if safe, contain spill-off firewater to prevent environmental contamination

Accidental Release Measures

Personal Precautions: Avoid direct contact, wear gloves and eye protection, use footwear to avoid slips
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, sewers, water bodies; notify authorities if large volumes enter environment
Clean-up Methods: Absorb with sand, inert material, transfer waste to sealed containers; wash residue with detergent solution
Disposal: Store recovered material as per local hazardous waste protocols until removal by licensed handler
Decontamination: Clean spill area thoroughly with soap and water, ventilate and isolate workspace if indoors

Handling and Storage

Handling Practices: Use only in well-ventilated areas, keep away from sources of ignition, avoid splashing and overfilling
Storage Requirements: Store in tightly closed, labeled containers, avoid direct sunlight and extreme temperatures
Incompatible Materials: Oxidizing agents, strong acids, certain plastics vulnerable to swelling or weakening
Engineering Controls: Install spill trays under containers, maintain clear access for emergency response
Further Safety: Rotate stock, check containers for leaks or corrosion, segregate from food chains and animal feeds

Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

Occupational Exposure Limits: Control airborne oil mists below ACGIH TLV (typically 5 mg/m³, 8 hr TWA)
Respiratory Protection: Use approved half-mask respirator in poorly ventilated spaces
Hand Protection: Use nitrile or neoprene gloves, latex alternatives offer slight protection
Eye Protection: Wear splash-resistant goggles or face shield when handling large volumes
Skin Protection: Use full-sleeved clothing, wash after any direct contact
Hygiene Measures: Do not eat, drink, or smoke around product use, remove contaminated clothing promptly, maintain handwashing facilities

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance: Clear to pale yellow fluid, sometimes dyed for application tracking
Odor: Faint, oil-like smell, not pungent
pH: Not applicable (typically neutral)
Boiling/Melting Point: Decomposes before boiling, pour point between -30°C and -12°C
Flash Point: Typically above 180°C (closed cup)
Auto-ignition Temperature: Over 320°C
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Relative Density: Between 0.86 and 0.89 at 15°C
Viscosity: Varies by grade; usually between 10 and 220 mm²/s at 40°C
Other Data: Surface tension and vapor pressure extremely low, non-volatile under ambient conditions

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended conditions, resistant to most environmental factors
Reactivity: Unreactive with most construction materials except strong oxidizers
Hazardous Reactions: Rapid decomposition or ignition with concentrated nitric or sulfuric acids
Conditions to Avoid: Excess heat, open flames, sparks, oxidizing environments
Decomposition Products: Likely generation of CO, CO2, small quantities of aldehydes and hydrocarbons during fire or prolonged thermal abuse

Toxicological Information

Acute Toxicity: Low for inhalation or skin routes; oral toxicity also low but oil aspiration into lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis
Skin Irritation: Contact sometimes results in minor irritation or drying, especially with prolonged exposure
Eye Irritation: Splash exposure can cause burning, discomfort, temporary vision blurring
Chronic Effects: Frequent unprotected contact may contribute to eczema or dermatitis
Sensitization: Generally not classified as a sensitizer, though rare allergic reactions possible
Carcinogenicity: Refined mineral oils in final product not listed as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, OSHA; contaminants minimized by severe refining
Other Routes: Inhalation of high concentrations of oil mist may irritate respiratory tract, rare cases of lipoid pneumonia in occupational settings

Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Lethal to aquatic organisms in direct exposure situations, chronic effects possible in long-term release
Mobility: Tends to form films on water and soil, restricts oxygen transfer
Persistence and Degradability: Base oil and most additives degrade slowly, typical half-life in environment from months to years
Bioaccumulation: Likelihood moderate to low for fully formulated oil, but oil-soluble toxins persist longer
Other Adverse Effects: Large spills into soil or waterways disrupt local ecosystems, recovery may require active remediation
Regulated Release: Discharge to water, drains, or soil must comply with local environmental regulations to reduce lasting impacts

Disposal Considerations

Waste Treatment Methods: Collect used fluid in designated containers, keep separate from ordinary waste and recycling
Disposal Containers: Use steel drums or high-density plastic only, label clearly as hazardous waste
Recycling: Engage licensed waste oil recovery companies where possible, significant portion can be re-refined or used as an energy source
Landfill: Avoid direct disposal; landfilling allowed only if authorized by local waste authorities
Incineration: High-temperature waste incinerators required, must meet emission standards specified by environmental agencies
Restrictions: National and international regulations may require registration and manifest tracking for all large-volume disposals

Transport Information

UN Number: Not classified as dangerous goods under UN shipping regulations
Proper Shipping Name: Hydraulic fluid – mineral oil based
Transport Hazard Class: Not assigned for regular Sinopec grades
Packing Group: Not applicable for non-hazardous shipment
Environmental Hazards: Not regulated as a marine pollutant in small packaged sizes, high-volume spills subject to penalty
Bulk Transport: Marine and overland shipments typically rely on sealed drums, IBCs, or purpose-built delivery tanks
Special Precautions: Prevent leaks and container damage, document traceability for cross-border logistics as per customs rules

Regulatory Information

Global Inventory Status: Fully registered on major chemical inventories (China IECSC, US TSCA, EU REACH, Australia AICS, Canada DSL)
Safety Labelling: Follows GHS standards since global enforcement, safety pictograms and signal words shown on packaging
Workplace Controls: Adheres to relevant national worker safety standards—China SAC/SAB/ISO, US OSHA Hazard Communication, EU HSE directives
Other Regulations: Not subject to Montreal Protocol, not listed under US SARA Title III Extremely Hazardous list
Environmental Release Limitations: Stringent controls in effect under national water act and waste rules, country-specific requirements enforced
User Responsibility: Site managers and technicians must maintain compliance training, incident documentation, and storage audits for regulatory checks