MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

AVIATION TURBINE
FUEL (ATF)
1. CHEMICAL IDENTITY

Chemical Name Aviation Turbine Fuel Chemical Mixture of Hydrocarbons

Classification

Synonyms Jet A-1 Trade Name ATF

Formula Mixture of C.A.S. NO. 8008-20-6 UN NO. 1863

Hydrocarbons

Regulated Shipping Name ATF

Identification
Codes/Label Flammable Liquid

Hazardous waste 17
I.D. No.

Hazchem Code

HAZARDOUS C.A.S. NO. HAZARDOUS C.A.S. NO.

INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS

1. Mixture of Hydrocarbons 8008-20-6

2. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA

Boiling Point/ 147 to Physical State Liquid Appearance Clear
Range oC 273

Melting/ - 49 Vapour pressure Odour Hydrocarbon

Freezing @ 35 oC, mm Hg
Point oC

Vapour Solubility in water Negligible Solubility in

Density @ 30 oC others
(Air = 1)

Specific 0.80 pH
Gravity
(Water = 1)

3. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

 Flammability Yes LEL (%V) 1.3 Flash Point (OC) oC

TDG 3 UEL (%V) 8 Flash Point, (CC) oC 38 (Min)

Flammability
Auto ignition Temperature oC

Explosion Sensitivity to Impact

Explosion Sensitivity to Static

Electricity

Hazardous Combustion products CO, CO2, hazardous gases

Hazardous Polymerization Does not occur

Combustible Yes Explosive No Corrosive No
Liquid Material Material
Flammable Yes Oxidiser No Others
Material
Pyrophoric No Organic Peroxide No
Material

4. REACTIVITY DATA
Chemical Stability Stable

Incompatibility with other material Strong oxidizing agents

Reactivity Do not react with most of the materials.

Hazardous Reaction Products

5. HEALTH HAZARD DATA

Routes of Entry Inhalation, Ingestion, Contact

Effects of Exposure/ Inhalation Injure the lungs
Symptoms
Ingestion Ingestion of large amount may cause gastro-
intestinal effects, diarrhea, vomiting
Contact Prolonged or repeated skin exposure may lead to
dermatitis. May cause irritation to eyes, nose and
throat.

Emergency Treatment Obtain Medical Help

Inhalation Remove to fresh air.
Ingestion Do not induce vomiting
Contact Skin : wash thoroughly with soap/ water
Eyes : Wash eyes thoroughly with copious amount of
water, ensuring eyelids are open

LD50 (Oral-Rat), mg/kg LD50 , mg/kg

 Permissible mg/kg Odor Threshold, ppm
Exposure Limit ppm 100 mg/kg
TLV (ACGIH) ppm 100 STEL, ppm
mg/kg mg/kg
NFPA Hazard Signals Health Flammability Reactivity/Stability Special

6. PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Personal Protective Equipment
Handling and Storage Precautions
Impervious gloves, goggles, chemical cartridge
respirator, protective clothing.
Store away from ignition sources. Ensure equipment is
electrically bonded & earthed to prevent static
accumulation .

7. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID MEASURES

FIRE Fire Extinguishing DCP, Foam, CO2, water (fog)
Media
Special Procedure Fires in confined spaces shall be dealt by wearing
breathing apparatus.
Unusual Hazards Spray application increases the fire & possible
explosion hazard
EXPOSURE First Aid Measures Remove to fresh air. Do not induce vomiting. Wash
thoroughly the affected portion. Arrange for medical
treatment
Antidotes/ Dosage
SPILLS Steps to be taken Recover all spillage using absorbents or appropriate
collection techniques. Do not water
Waste Disposal Dispose off by incineration or other suitable means.
Method

8. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ REFERENCES

9. MANUFACTURER/ SUPPLIERS DATA

Name of firm :
Mailing Address :

10. DISCLAIMER
Information contained in this material safety data sheet is believed to be reliable but no
representation, guarantee or warranties of any kind are made as to its accuracy, suitability for
a particular application or results to be obtained from them.