MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET MSDS: 955

REVISION: 04/01/2012
Marine Distillate

SECTION 1: PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME:
Marine Distillate Fuel Oil, All Grades
SYNONYMS: Marine Diesel Oil, MDO, Marine Gas Oil, MGO, Marine Diesel Fuel, Marine Distillate Fuel, DMA,
DMB, DMC

PRODUCT CODE: ISO-DMB (411000) Marine Gas Oil DMA, Dyed (302500)
Marine Diesel Oil – High (421000) Marine Gas Oil – High Clear (321500)
Marine Gas Oil – Low Dyed (312500)

This Material Safety Data Sheet applies to the listed products and synonym descriptions for Hazard
Communication purposes only. Technical specifications vary greatly depending on the product and are not
reflected in this document. Consult specification sheets for technical information. This product contains
ingredients that are considered to be hazardous as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
(29 CFR 1910.1200).

IMPORTANT: Read this MSDS before handling or disposing of this product. Pass this information on to employees, customers and product
users.

MANUFACTURER: U.S. Oil & Refining Co.

ADDRESS: 3001 Marshall Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98421

EMERGENCY: 253-383-1651
FAX: 253-272-2495
CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
NATIONAL RESPONSE: 800-424-8802

CHEMICAL FAMILY: Hydrocarbon

PREPARED BY: U.S. Oil & Refining Co.

CAS #: 68476-34-6

SECTION 2: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

NAME CAS NUMBER CONCENTRATION %
Petroleum Distillate 68476-34-6 80 – 100%
Fuel Oil, Residual 68476-33-5 0 – 20%
Naphthalene 91-20-3 0 – 0.5%

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SECTION 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Warning! Combustible. Mist or vapors can cause a flash fire. Liquid, mist or vapors can cause eye, skin and
respiratory tract irritation. Ingestion or liquid aspiration into the lungs can result in chemical pneumonia. This
product may contain or release Hydrogen sulfide which is a highly toxic, highly flammable gas which can be
fatal if inhaled at certain concentrations. This product may also contain polycyclic aromatic oils which may be
carcinogenic to humans.

PHYSICAL STATE: Liquid

COLOR: Varies, clear, yellow (pale to straw), greenish-yellow, red, green color, black.
ODOR: Faint Petroleum Odor

ROUTES OF ENTRY: Dermal Contact, Eye Contact, Inhalation, Ingestion

POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:

EYES: Eye irritation may result from contact with liquid, mists and/or vapors. Effects
may become serious with repeated or prolonged contact.

SKIN: Contact with the skin may cause irritation. Prolonged contact may cause
dermatitis. Repeated contact may cause harmful effects in other parts of the
body.

INGESTION: This material can irritate the mouth, throat, and/or stomach. Aspiration into the
lungs may cause chemical pneumonia. In severe cases loss of consciousness
may occur.

INHALATION: Vapors or mists can irritate the nose, throat and/or lungs. Breathing high
concentrations can cause dizziness, headache and vomiting or loss of
consciousness. Hydrogen sulfide can evolve from this product, which can
cause dizziness, nausea, headache or death.

MEDICAL CONDITIONS This product contains petroleum distillates similar to those shown to produce
GENERALLY
skin tumors on laboratory animals. Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact.
AGGRAVATED BY
EXPOSURE:

OVER-EXPOSURE Headache, severe eye irritation, nausea, dizziness, damage to central nervous
SIGNS/SYMPTOMS:
system, respiratory depression, convulsions, or loss of consciousness.

See toxicological information (section 11)

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SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES: Flush eyes with plenty of water for a minimum of 15 minutes. Seek medical
care if irritation persists.

SKIN: Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Launder or dry-clean clothing prior to re-use.

INGESTION: WARNING! DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If aspirated into the lungs, may
cause chemical pneumonitis. Seek medical attention immediately.

INHALATION: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. Get immediate medical attention.

NOTES TO PHYSICIANS OR Ingestion/Inhalation of this product or subsequent vomiting may lead to

FIRST AID PROVIDERS:
aspiration, which may cause pneumonitis.

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SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
FLAMMABILTY OF THE Combustible liquid
PRODUCT:

Flammable limits in air (% LOWER: Approx 0.6

by volume)
UPPER: Approx 7.5

FLASH POINT: Approximately 60C, (140F)

AUTOIGNITION
TEMPERATURE: Approximately 257C (495F)

PRODUCTS OF Normal combustion forms water vapor and carbon dioxide. Incomplete burning
COMBUSTION:
can produce carbon monoxide and particulate matter.

FIRE HAZARDS IN THE Combustible liquid. When heated above the flash point, this material will
PRESENCE OF VARIOUS
release vapors that can ignite when exposed to open flame, sparks and static
SUBSTANCES:
discharge. Mists or sprays may be flammable at temperatures below the
normal flash point. Keep away from heat and open flame.

FIRE-FIGHTING MEDIA AND Combustible Liquid. Use dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide to extinguish
INSTRUCTIONS:
the fire. Consult foam manufacturer for appropriate media, application rates
and water/foam ratio. If a leak or spill has not ignited, ventilate area and use
water spray to disperse gas or vapor and to protect personnel attempting to
stop a leak. Use water to flush spills away from sources of ignition. Do not
flush down public sewers.

Collect contaminated fire-fighting water separately. It must not enter the

municipal sewage system. Dike area to prevent runoff. Decontaminate
emergency personnel and equipment with soap and water.

Combustible liquid and vapor. Vapor may cause flash fire. Vapors may
accumulate in low or confined areas or travel a considerable distance to a
source of ignition and flashback. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion
hazard.

SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained
EQUIPMENT:
breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive
pressure mode. Cool tanks, containers and exposed structures with water.

UNUSUAL FIRE & Moderately combustible. When heated above the flash point, this material will
EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
release flammable vapors which if exposed to a source of ignition can burn or
be explosive in confined spaces. Mists or sprays may be flammable at
temperatures below the normal flash point. Keep away from heat and open
flame.

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SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL Immediately contact emergency personnel. Eliminate all ignition sources. Keep
PRECAUTIONS:
unnecessary personnel away. Use suitable protective equipment (section 8).
Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Tanks, vessels or other confined
spaces which have contained product should be freed of vapors before
entering. The container should be checked to ensure a safe atmosphere
before entry. Empty containers may contain toxic, flammable/combustible or
explosive residues or vapors. Do not cut, grind, drill, weld or reuse empty
containers that contained this product. Do not transfer this product to another
container unless the container receiving the product is labeled with proper
DOT shipping name, hazard class and other information that describes the
product and its hazards.

ENVIRONMENTAL Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways,
PRECAUTIONS:
drains and sewers. If facility or operation has an "oil or hazardous substance
contingency plan", activate its procedures. Stay upwind and away from spill.
Wear appropriate protective equipment including respiratory protection as
conditions warrant. Do not enter or stay in area unless monitoring indicates
that it is safe to do so. Isolate hazard area and restrict entry to emergency
crew. Review Fire Fighting Measures section before proceeding with clean up.
Keep all sources of ignition (flames, smoking, flares, etc.) away from release.
Contain spill in smallest possible area.

Recover as much product as possible (e.g., by vacuuming). Stop leak if it can

be done without risk. Use water spray to disperse vapors. Spilled material may
be absorbed by an appropriate absorbent, and then handled in accordance
with environmental regulations. Prevent spilled material from entering sewers,
storm drains, other unauthorized treatment or drainage systems and natural
waterways. Contact fire authorities and appropriate federal, state and local
agencies. If spill of any amount is made into or upon navigable waters, the
contiguous zone, or adjoining shorelines, contact the National Response
Center at 800-424-8802. For highway or railway spills, contact Chemtrec at
800-424-9300.

METHODS FOR CLEANING If emergency personnel are unavailable, contain spilled material. For small
UP:
spills, add absorbent (soil may be used in the absence of other suitable
materials) and use a non-sparking or explosion-proof means to transfer
material to a sealable, appropriate container for disposal. For large spills, dike
spilled material or otherwise contain to ensure runoff does not reach a
waterway. Place spilled material in an appropriate container for disposal.

Water spill: Eliminate sources of ignition and warn other ships in the area to
stay clear. Notify the proper authorities. Confine with skimming equipment if
available or set booms to recover the spill.

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SECTION 7: HANDLING & STORAGE
HANDLING: Do not ingest. Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing. Keep container
closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing vapor or mist.
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. To avoid fire or explosion, dissipate
static electricity during transfer by grounding and bonding containers and
equipment before transferring material. Use explosion-proof electrical
(ventilating, lighting and material handling) equipment. Wash thoroughly after
handling. In case of fire, use water spray, foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide
as described in the Fire Fighting Measures section of the MSDS. Do not
pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill on or near this container. "Empty"
container contains residue (liquid and/or vapor) and may explode in heat of a
fire. Use good personal hygiene practices. After handling this product, wash
hands before eating, drinking or using toilet facilities. Keep out of reach of
children. Failure to use caution may cause serious injury or illness. Do not use
as a cleaning solvent or for other non-fuel uses. To prevent ingestion and
exposure - Do not siphon by mouth to transfer product between containers.

STORAGE: Store in a segregated and approved area. Keep container in a cool, well-
ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use.
Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame).

For information regarding transferring material refer to OSHA Standard 29

CFR 1910.106, “Flammable and Combustible Liquids”, National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) 77, “Recommended Practice on Static Electricity”, and/or
the American Petroleum Institute (API) Recommended Practice 2003,
“Protection Against Ignitions Arising Out of Static, Lightning, and Stray
Currents”.

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SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL
PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
concentrations of vapors below their respective occupational exposure limits.
Special ventilation may be required for handling conditions at elevated
temperatures. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to
the workstation location.
PERSONAL PROTECTION:

SKIN: Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the
task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a
specialist before handling this product. Flame retardant clothing is
recommended. In case of skin contact, wash with mild soap and water or a
waterless hand cleaner. Immediately remove soiled clothing and wash
thoroughly before reuse. Discard oil-soaked leather goods.

RESPIRATORY: Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an

approved standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Respirator
selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards
of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator.

HANDS: Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard

should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk
assessment indicates this is necessary.

EYE: Eye protection (chemical-type goggles and/or face shield) should be worn
whenever there is a likelihood of splashing or spraying liquid. Contact lenses
should not be worn. Eye wash water should be provided.

OTHER: Use good personal hygiene practices

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE Splash goggles, full suit, vapor respirator, boots and gloves. Suggested
EQUIPMENT IN CASE OF A
protective clothing might not be adequate. Consult a specialist before handling
LARGE SPILL:
this product.
PERSONAL CLOTHING OR Gloves, Hardhat, Face Shield, Boots, Safety Glasses, Respirator, Fire
EQUIPMENT:
Retardant Clothing

Established Occupational Exposure Limits

SUBSTANCE VALUE TIME/TYPE SOURCE

3
Diesel Fuel No. 2 100 mg/m 8 hour TWA NIOSH

3
Fuel Oil, Residual 100 mg/m 8 hour TWA ACGIH

Nonane 200 ppm 8 hour TWA ACGIH

Naphthalene 10 ppm 8 hour TWA OSHA

Naphthalene 15 ppm 15 min STEL NIOSH

Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.

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SECTION 9: PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL STATE: Liquid

COLOR: Varies, clear, yellow (pale to straw), greenish-yellow, red, green, black color.

ODOR: Faint Petroleum Odor

BOILING POINT: 175-650C (350-1200F)

SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.84 to 0.91 (Water = 1) (@ 60°F)

VISCOSITY: 8 cSt @ 40°C

VAPOR DENSITY: >1 (Air=1)

MATERIALS TO AVOID: Reacts with strong oxidizing material & strong acids.

HAZARDOUS Burning or excessive heating may produce carbon monoxide and other harmful
DECOMPOSITION
gases and vapors including oxides and/or other compounds of sulfur and
PRODUCTS:
nitrogen.

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SECTION 10: STABILITY & REACTIVITY
STABILITY & REACTIVITY: The product is stable

INCOMPATABILITY WITH
VARIOUS SUBSTANCES: Reactive with strong oxidizing agents, acids & alkalis.

HAZARDOUS
POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur

CONDITIONS TO AVOID Heat, sparks and open flame. Strong oxidizers and strong acids.
(STABILITY):

SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

TOXICITY DATA

This product is a complex blend of hydrocarbons derived from various refinery streams. At high levels of
exposure, humans experience multiple organ failures. Long-term repeated skin exposure to similar
materials has been reported to result in an increase in skin tumors in laboratory rodents. This product
may contain naphthalene and other compounds that have been reported to cause skin cancer and have
toxic effects towards liver, kidneys and central nervous system. Risk of cancer depends on duration and
level of exposure.

Naphthalene, which has been classified as a Group 2B carcinogen by the International Agency for
Research on Cancer (IARC).

SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ECOLOGICAL This product is potentially toxic to aquatic organisms and should be kept out of
INFORMATION:
sewage and drainage systems and all bodies of water.

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

WASTE DISPOSAL: The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible.
Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways,
drains and sewers.
Waste material should be properly characterized to make a correct
determination of waste classification. Along with properly characterizing all
waste materials, consult EPA, state and local regulations regarding the proper
disposal of this material.
Consult your local or regional authorities.

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SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
EMERGENCY
REGULATORY ID PROPER SHIPPING PACKING
RESPONSE CLASS
INFORMATION NUMBER NAME GROUP
GUIDEBOOK
DOT
UN1993 Guide 128 Fuel Oil 3 III
Classification
IATA UN1993 Guide 128 Flammable Liquid, N.O.S., (Fuel Oil) 3 III

SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION

U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS:

EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES FOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE None

& PLANNING 40 CFR 355 & 40 CFR 370:

EPA SARA Sections 302, 304, & 313 and CERCLA:

This material contains the following chemicals subject to the reporting
requirements of SARA 302, SARA 304, SARA 313, CERCLA and 40 CFR 372:

CHEMICAL NAME CAS MATERIAL CERCLA/SARA CERCLA/SARA

NUMBER CONCENTRATION SECTION 302 SECTION 304
TPQ (LBS.) RQ (LBS.)
Napthalene 91-20-3 0 -0.5% 100

CARCINOGEN IDENTIFICATION: This mixture may contain chemicals that have been identified as a
carcinogen by NTP, IARC, or OSHA.

TOXIC CHEMICALS FOR EMISSION REPORTING (SARA 313): None – no toxic chemical is present
greater than 1% or 0.1% carcinogen.

EPA SARA 311/312 TITLE III HAZARD CATEGORIES:

Acute Health Hazard: Yes
Chronic Health Hazard: Yes
Fire Hazard: Yes
Pressure Hazard: No
Reactive Hazard: No

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SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL
INFORMATION SYSTEM
(USA): HMIS III
HEALTH 1
*
FLAMMABILITY 2
PHYSICAL HAZARD
0
PERSONAL PROTECTION

NATIONAL FIRE
PROTECTION Flammability
ASSOCIATION (USA):

Health 1 0 Reactivity

Specific Hazard

DISCLAIMER: The information in this MSDS was obtained from sources which we believe are
reliable. HOWEVER, THE INFORMATION IS PROVIDED WITHOUT ANY
REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING
ITS ACCURACY OR CORRECTNESS.

The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use and disposal of the

product are beyond our control and may be beyond our knowledge. FOR THIS
AND OTHER REASONS, WE DO NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY AND
EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR EXPENSE
ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE HANDLING,
STORAGE, USE OR DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT.

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