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BP Kerosine

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
BP Kerosine
Product Code
0000003477

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Fuel for domestic burners.

Uses advised against

Not suitable for flueless heaters and lamps.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

BP Australia Pty Ltd logo

BP Australia Pty Ltd

Level 17, 717 Bourke Street, Docklands, Victoria 3008

1300 139 700

www.bp.com.au

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

1800 638 556

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 3
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2
Carc. Cat. 2
STOT SE Cat. 3
Asp. Tox. Cat. 1

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapour.
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
H351 Suspected of causing cancer.

Precautionary Statements

P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
P102 Keep out of reach of children.
P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P235 Keep cool.
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating or lighting equipment.
P242 Use non-sparking tools.
P243 Take action to prevent static discharges.
P261 Avoid breathing vapour.
P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection.
P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water.
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention.
P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical attention.
P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
P501 Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell.
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician. Do NOT induce vomiting.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture

A complex mixture of hydrocarbons containing paraffins, naphthenes, olefins and aromatics with carbon numbers predominantly between C9 and C16.

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Kerosine (petroleum) 8008-20-6 90% No
naphthalene 91-20-3 3% No

Notes

There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hence require reporting in this section.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. Get medical attention. If exposure to vapour, mists or fumes causes drowsiness, headache, blurred vision or irritation of the eyes, nose or throat, remove immediately to fresh air. Keep patient warm and at rest. If any symptoms persist obtain medical advice.

Symptoms: drowsiness, headache, blurred vision or irritation of the eyes, nose or throat

Skin contact

Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Drench contaminated clothing with water before removing. This is necessary to avoid the risk of sparks from static electricity that could ignite contaminated clothing. Contaminated clothing is a fire hazard. Contaminated leather, particularly footwear, must be discarded. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Get medical attention.

Eye contact

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Eyelids should be held away from the eyeball to ensure thorough rinsing. Check for and remove any contact lenses. Get medical attention.

Ingestion

Do not induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If unconscious, place in recovery position and get medical attention immediately. Get medical attention immediately.

Symptoms: Aspiration hazard if swallowed. Can enter lungs and cause damage.

Immediate Medical Attention

Get medical attention immediately.

Medical Treatment

Treatment should in general be symptomatic and directed to relieving any effects. Product can be aspirated on swallowing or following regurgitation of stomach contents, and can cause severe and potentially fatal chemical pneumonitis, which will require urgent treatment. Gastric lavage should be undertaken only after endotracheal intubation. Monitor for cardiac dysrhythmias.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

In case of fire, use water fog, foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide extinguisher or spray.

Unsuitable media

Do not use water jet.

Specific hazards

Flammable liquid and vapour. In a fire or if heated, a pressure increase will occur and the container may burst, with the risk of a subsequent explosion. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. Vapours can form explosive mixtures with air. Vapours are heavier than air and can spread along the ground or float on water surfaces to remote ignition sources. Vapours may accumulate in low or confined areas or travel a considerable distance to a source of ignition and flash back. This product is a poor conductor of electricity and can become electrostatically charged. If sufficient charge is accumulated, ignition of flammable mixtures can occur. To reduce potential for static discharge, use proper bonding and grounding procedures. This liquid may accumulate static electricity when filling properly-grounded containers. Static accumulation may be significantly increased by the presence of small quantities of water or other contaminants. Liquid will float and may reignite on surface of water.

Instructions

No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire. Move containers from fire area if this can be done without risk. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool.

Firefighter Protection

Fire-fighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full turnout gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Immediately contact emergency personnel. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilt material. No flares, smoking or flames in hazard area. Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Provide adequate ventilation. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment. Floors may be slippery; use care to avoid falling. Eliminate all ignition sources.

Small spill

Eliminate all ignition sources. Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Absorb with an inert material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor.

Large spill

Eliminate all ignition sources. Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Approach the release from upwind. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Dike spill area and do not allow product to reach sewage system and surface or ground water. Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible, absorbent material e.g. sand, earth, vermiculite or diatomaceous earth and place in container for disposal according to local regulations. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment.

Environmental

Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers.

Cleanup methods

Collect recovered product and other contaminated materials in suitable tanks or containers for recycle, recovery or safe disposal.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Put on appropriate personal protective equipment. Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not get in eyes or on skin or clothing. Do not swallow. Aspiration hazard if swallowed. Can enter lungs and cause damage. Never siphon by mouth. Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Keep in the original container or an approved alternative made from a compatible material, kept tightly closed when not in use.

Storage

Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in a segregated and approved area. Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials and food and drink. Store locked up. Eliminate all ignition sources. Separate from oxidising materials. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use.

Hygiene

Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is handled, stored and processed. Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before entering eating areas.

Fire prevention

Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame or any other ignition source. Eliminate all ignition sources. Ensure equipment used is properly earthed or bonded to the tank structure.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the relevant airborne concentrations below their respective occupational exposure limits.

Hands

Wear chemical resistant gloves. Do not re-use gloves. Protective gloves must give suitable protection against mechanical risks (i.e. abrasion, blade cut and puncture). Protective gloves will deteriorate over time due to physical and chemical damage. Inspect and replace gloves on a regular basis. The frequency of replacement will depend upon the circumstances of use. Recommended: Nitrile gloves. Standards: AS/NZS 2161.1

Eyes

Chemical splash goggles. Standards: AS/NZS 1336 and AS/NZS 1337

Respiratory

Use with adequate ventilation. If there is a requirement for the use of a respiratory protective device, but the use of breathing apparatus (independent of ambient atmosphere) is not required, then a suitable filtering device must be worn. The filter class must be suitable for the maximum contaminant concentration (gas/ vapour/aerosol/particulates) that may arise when handling the product. Recommended: Avoid breathing of vapours, mists or spray. Select and use respirators in accordance with AS/NZS 1715/1716. When mists or vapours exceed the exposure standards then the use of the following is recommended: Approved respirator with organic vapour and particulate (dust/mist) filters. Filter capacity and respirator type depends on exposure level. Standards: AS/NZS 1715 and AS/NZS 1716

Skin/Body

Use of protective clothing is good industrial practice. 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. Cotton or polyester/cotton overalls will only provide protection against light superficial contamination that will not soak through to the skin. Overalls should be laundered on a regular basis. When the risk of skin exposure is high (e.g. when cleaning up spillages or if there is a risk of splashing) then chemical resistant aprons and/or impervious chemical suits and boots will be required. Wear suitable protective clothing. Footwear highly resistant to chemicals. When there is a risk of ignition from static electricity, wear anti-static protective clothing. For greatest effectiveness against static electricity, overalls, boots and gloves should all be anti-static. When the risk of skin exposure is high (from experience this could apply to the following tasks: cleaning work, maintenance and service, filling and transfer, taking samples and cleaning up spillages) then a chemical protective suit and boots will be required. Work clothing / overalls should be laundered on a regular basis. Laundering of contaminated work clothing should only be done by professional cleaners who have been told about the hazards of the contamination. Always keep contaminated work clothing away from uncontaminated work clothing and uncontaminated personal clothes. Appropriate footwear and any additional skin protection measures should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product.

Environmental

Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Evaporation Rate
Not available.
Colour Intensity
Light
Cloud Point
---
Softening Point
---
Physical State Data
liquid
Boiling Point
90 to 300°C (194 to 572°F)
Partition Coefficient
Not available.
Flammability
Not applicable. Based on - Physical state
Molecular Weight
---
Physical State
Liquid.
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Odor
Hydrocarbon.
Lower Explosive Limit
Not available.
Properties Status
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Solubility
Very slightly soluble in water.
Solidification Point
---
Colour
Yellow.
Voc Content
---
Decomposition Temperature
Not available.
Vapor Pressure
1 to 21 kPa (7.5 to 157.5 mm Hg) [37.8°C (100°F)]
Flash Point
>23°C (>73.4°F)
Kinematic Viscosity
1 to 2.5 mm²/s (1 to 2.5 cSt) at 40°C
Explosive Limits
---
Density
<820 kg/m³ (<0.82 g/cm³) at 15°C
Solubility In Water
Very slightly soluble in water.
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Appearance
Liquid.
Form
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Odor Threshold
Not available.
Freezing Point
---
Bulk Density
---
Relative Density
Not available.
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not available.
Melting Point
Not available.
Upper Explosive Limit
Not available.
Ph
Not available.
Vapor Density
>1 [Air = 1]
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is stable.

Reactivity

No specific test data available for this product. Refer to Conditions to avoid and Incompatible materials for additional information.

Hazardous reactions

Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous reactions will not occur. Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous polymerisation will not occur.

Avoid

Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame). Avoid excessive heat.

Incompatible

Reactive or incompatible with the following materials: oxidising materials.

Decomposition

Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Significant quantities of waste product residues should not be disposed of via the foul sewer but processed in a suitable effluent treatment plant.

Disposal

Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN1223
Shipping Name
KEROSENE
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
III
IMDG

The marine pollutant mark is not required when transported in sizes of ≤5 L or ≤5 kg.

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for BP Kerosine?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of BP Kerosine?

BP Kerosine is a liquid. appearing as liquid. with yellow. color. It has hydrocarbon. odor.

What is the solubility of BP Kerosine?

Very slightly soluble in water.

What is BP Kerosine used for?

Fuel for domestic burners.

What are the hazard statements for BP Kerosine?

This substance has 5 hazard statements:

  • H226: Flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
  • H351: Suspected of causing cancer.

What is the melting point of BP Kerosine?

The melting point is Not available. and the boiling point is 90 to 300°C (194 to 572°F).