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Shell Tellus Oil R10

Section 1 - Chemical Product & Company Identification

Name Shell Tellus Oil R10
Code I00778
Synonyms Shell Tellus Oil R10; Tellus Oil R10
Chemical family Lubricating oil
Description A lubricant for hydraulic systems, and an anti-wear circulating system
oil.
CAS No Not applicable
EINECS No Not applicable
CAN No
UN No Not applicable
Company Name Shell UK Oil Products Ltd.
Address Stanlow Manufacturing Complex, PO Box 3, Ellesmere Port, CH65 4HB
Telephone No 0151-350-4000
Fax No
Telex No
Emergency Tel No 0151-350-4595
Hours of operation

Section 2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients

Other components Non hazardous additives (not specified)

Hazardous Ingredient

Type CAS No Amount (%)

Highly refined mineral oil (derived
Not specified 99 %
from crude petroleum)
Triphenyl phosphate 115-86-6 <1%

Section 3 - Hazards Identification

Emergency Overview Not classified as dangerous for supply or conveyance. This product
contains mineral oil and triphenyl phosphate to which exposure limits
apply. Repeated and prolonged skin contact may give rise to dermatitis
and other skin disorders. Risk of high pressure injection injuries if used
in high pressure systems. Spilt product presents a significant slip hazard.

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Mineral base oils will not biodegrade in anaerobic conditions and, hence,
can be persistent. This product contains components which have a high
potential to bio-accumulate.
Inhalation
Short term effects Not expected to be harmful under normal conditions of use
Long term effects Excessive and prolonged inhalation of oil mists may cause a chronic
inflammatory reaction of the lungs and a form of pulmonary fibrosis.
Skin
Short term effects Prolonged or repeated contact may cause mild skin irritation. High
pressure skin penetration can cause serious delayed soft tissue damage.
Long term effects Prolonged or repeated contact may cause skin irritation. Skin contact
under conditions of poor hygiene and over prolonged periods can lead
to defatting of the skin, dermatitis, erythema, oil acne and oil
folliculitis. High pressure skin penetration can cause serious delayed
soft tissue damage.
Eyes
Short term effects May cause irritation if in direct contact with eyes
Long term effects No data provided by Supplier
Ingestion
Short term effects Accidental ingestion is unlikely. The main hazard is aspiration into the
lungs resulting from vomiting leading to possibility of chemical
pneumonitis.
Long term effects Hazard of aspiration into the lungs as a result of vomiting. Aspiration
may result in chemical pneumonitis.
Additional data None
Carcinogen Status No data provided by Supplier

Section 4 - First Aid Measures

Inhalation First Aid is not normally required - not a significant route of entry,
however, if casualty is feeling unwell, remove from exposure to fresh air.
Keep at rest. If rapid recovery does not occur, obtain medical attention.
Skin Wash with soap and running water until adequately cleansed. Obtain
urgent medical advice if substance has been injected under the skin.
Should any symptoms or discomfort persist, obtain medical advice.
Contaminated clothing should be removed and laundered or disposed of.
Eyes Irrigate with clean running water for at least 15 minutes ensuring that
eyelids are held open and that eyeballs are rolled back and forth. If one
eye only is affected, care must be taken not to contaminate the other eye
whilst irrigating. If irritation persists, obtain medical attention.
Ingestion If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting since it is important that no
amount of the material should enter the lungs (due to possible risk of
aspiration). Do NOT give anything to drink. If vomiting occurs, keep the
head lower than the hips to prevent aspiration. If a person vomits when

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lying on his back, place him in the recovery position. Keep person warm
and quiet and obtain immediate medical assistance.
Antidote No data provided by Supplier
Note to physicians High pressure injection injuries require surgical intervention and possible
steroid therapy to minimise tissue damage and loss of function. Because
entry wounds are small and do not reflect the seriousness of the
underlying damage, surgical exploration to determine the extent of
involvement may be necessary. Local anaesthetics or hot soaks should be
avoided because they can contribute to swelling, vasospasm and
ischaemia. Prompt surgical decompression, debridement and evacuation
of foreign material should be performed under a general anaesthetic and
wide exploration is essential. There may be a risk to health where low
viscosity products are aspirated into the lungs following vomiting,
although this is uncommon in adults. Children and those in whom
consciousness is impaired will be more at risk. Emesis of lubricants is
not usually necessary unless a large amount has been ingested or some
other compound has been dissolved in the product. If this is indicated, for
example when there is rapid onset of CNS depression from a large
ingested volume, gastric lavage under controlled hospital conditions with
full protection of the airway is required. Supportive care may include
oxygen, arterial blood gas monitoring, respiratory support and, if
aspiration has occurred, treatment with corticosteroids and antibiotics.
Seizures should be controlled with Diazepam or appropriate equivalent
drug.

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures

General Hazard Although not classified as flammable, this product will emit toxic gases
on thermal decomposition.
Fire fighting
No data provided by Supplier
instructions
Extinguisher to Use Use foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide, sand or earth for small fires.
Large fires should be extinguished with foam or water fog. Water jets
should NOT be used.
PPE for Fire Fighting Approved self-contained positive pressure breathing apparatus and
suitable fire-resistant personal protective equipment.
Hazardous The substances arising from the thermal decomposition of this product
combustion products will largely depend upon the conditions bringing about decomposition.
The following substances may be expected from normal conditions:-
carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, water, particulate matter, aldehydes,
polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, unburnt hydrocarbons, unidentified
organic and inorganic hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides and oxides of
phosphorous.
Flash Point 166 °C
Auto Ignition > 320 °C (expected value)
Minimum explosive
concentration for No data
dust/vapour

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Lower Flammability 1 % volume

Limit
Upper Flammability
10 % volume
Limit

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures

Occupational spill Ensure the area is thoroughly ventilated. Wear appropriate PPE (see
Section 8 "Personal Protection"). Contain and cover the spillage with
suitable absorbent material (do not allow to enter drains), collect up,
transfer into appropriate containers, seal and arrange for disposal by
authorised contractor. Remove residue with detergent/cleaner/water if
necessary. Ensure area is clean and dry afterwards.
Reportable quantity No data provided by Supplier
Soil spill Wear appropriate PPE (see Section 8 "Personal Protection"). Prevent
entry to drains or water courses. Spillage should be bunded with a
suitable medium such as sand or earth. The spillage should be reclaimed
directly or in an absorbent medium and then transferred to suitable
clearly marked containers and disposed of in accordance with local
regulations and the requirements of the Environmental Protection Act
1990.
Air spill No data provided by Supplier
Water spill No data provided by Supplier
Additional Avoid subsoil penetration. If drains, sewers, streams or lakes are
information contaminated, inform the local water company immediately. In the case
of contamination of rivers, streams or lakes, the National Rivers
Authority should also be informed. See Section 13 for disposal
information.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage

General Handling Handle container with care. Do not drop and avoid spillages. Handle
only while wearing the necessary protective equipment (see Section 8
"Personal Protection"). Make sure to avoid any possible skin or eye
contact. Never inhale or ingest. When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
Wash hands before and immediately after handling the product. Follow
good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Storage Store upright in mild steel or high density polyethylene (HDPE)
containers in a cool, dry, well ventilated area out of direct sunlight and
away from sources of heat or ignition. Avoid exposure to extremes of
temperature. Store away from incompatible materials (see Section 10
"Stability and Reactivity"). Keep containers closed when not in use.
Temperature range
0 to 50 °C
for storage

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Section 8 - Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Exposure limits Hazardous Ingredient OEL Measurement Value
10 mg/m³(as
Highly refined mineral oil (derived from
OES 15 min STEL Oil mist,
crude petroleum)
mineral)
5 mg/m³(as
Highly refined mineral oil (derived from
OES 8 hrTWA Oil mist,
crude petroleum)
mineral)
6 mg/m³
Triphenyl phosphate OES 15 min STEL
(vapour)
3 mg/m³
Triphenyl phosphate OES 8 hrTWA
(vapour)
Exposure Note that due to the very low concentration of triphenyl phosphate in the
information preparation, the oil mist, mineral OES will be reached well before that for
triphenyl phosphate. Any sampling to determine exposure should measure
the oil mist, mineral levels.
Measurement
No data provided by Supplier
method
Ventilation Ensure ventilation is adequate to meet occupational exposure limits.
Eye Protection Wear goggles if there is a risk of splashing
Skin Protection Appropriate chemical-resistant coveralls and footwear. Change contaminated
clothing and clean before re-use.
Hand Protection Appropriate, chemically impervious gloves (type not specified by supplier).
Gloves should be removed and replaced immediately if there is any
indication of degradation or chemical break-through.
Respiratory When excessive air contamination exists, suitable, approved respirators may
Protection be necessary to prevent over-exposure by inhalation. Approved self-
contained positive pressure breathing apparatus and suitable fire-resistant
personal protective equipment.
PPE

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical Form Liquid
Colour Amber
Clarity No data provided by Supplier
Odour Characteristic mineral oil
Taste Not applicable
Molecular weight No data
pH Not applicable
Boiling Point > 280 °C (IBP)

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Melting Point Not applicable

Pour Point -30 °C
Density No data
Rel. Density (water=1) 0.87 at 15 °C
Vapour Pressure < 0.5 kPa at 20 °C
Rel. Vap. Density
> 1 at No data
(air=1)
Kinematic Viscosity 10 cSt at 40 °C

Partition Coefficient
> 6 Pow measured at pH No data and Temp No data
(N-oct/water)
Water solubility Very low
Solvent solubility Not available
Oxidising Properties Not applicable
Explosive Properties Not applicable
Particle Size Not applicable
Additional
None
Information/Comments

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity Stable under the recommended storage and handling conditions
Conditions to Avoid Avoid extremes of temperature
Incompatibilities Strong oxidising agents such as liquid chlorine and concentrated oxygen.
Hazardous
decomposition None - product does not decompose at ambient temperature
products
Hazardous
No data provided by Supplier
polymerisation

Section 11 - Toxicology Information

Irritation scores - eye No data provided by Supplier
Irritation scores -
No data provided by Supplier
dermal
Acute Toxicity Type Route Species Dosage Time
No data
provided by
Supplier
Additional acute Toxicity following single exposure to high levels (orally, dermally or
toxicity information by inhalation) is of a low order. The main hazards are:- in the unlikely
event of ingestion, aspiration into the lungs with possibly resultant

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chemically induced pneumonia; and if the products are handled under

high pressures, of high pressure injection injuries.
Mutagenicity No data provided by Supplier
Chronic toxicity
No data provided by Supplier
information
Chronic
See Section 3 "Hazards Identification"
effects/Carcinogenicity
Subchronic effects No data provided by Supplier
Reproductive effects No data provided by Supplier
Teratogenicity No data provided by Supplier
Local effects No data provided by Supplier
Target effects No data provided by Supplier
At increased risk from
No data provided by Supplier
exposure
Additional data None
Inhalation See Section 3 "Hazards Identification"
Skin See Section 3 "Hazards Identification"
Eye See Section 3 "Hazards Identification"
Ingestion See Section 3 "Hazards Identification"

Section 12 - Ecological Information

CNS code
Environmental This product contains one constituent, present at 0.5%, which is
overview classified as dangerous for the environment R51/53 "Toxic to aquatic
organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment". This product contains one constituent, present at < 0.25%,
which is classified as dangerous for the environment R53 "May cause
long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment". The information
given below refers to the mineral oil base component which accounts for
roughly 99% of this product. No ecological information is available on
the other constituents. Air:- this product is a mixture of non-volatile
components which are not expected to be released to the air in any
significant quantities. Water:- if released to water, this product will form
a floating layer on the surface and its components will not evaporate or
dissolve to any great extent. Dissolved components will be absorbed in
sediments. In aerobic water and sediments they will biodegrade slowly
but in anaerobic conditions they will persist. This product is practically
non-toxic to aquatic organisms but contains components which have a
high potential to bio-accumulate and has the potential to physically foul
aquatic organisms. Soil:- small volumes released on land will be
absorbed in the upper soil layers and be biodegraded slowly. Larger
volumes may penetrate into anaerobic soil layers in which the product
will persist and may reach the water table on which it will form a floating
layer. The more soluble components may dissolve but their high soil

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absorption coefficient and the low solubility will prevent significant

contamination of ground water.
Degradability See Environmental overview
Bio-concentration
No data
factor
Partition Coefficient
> 6 Pow measured at pH No data and Temp No data
(N-oct/water)

Section 13 - Disposal Information

Disposal Procedure Dispose of via an authorised contractor in accordance with the Control of
Pollution Act 1974 and the Environmental Protection Act 1990. Ensure
compliance with local regulations. Refer to Wastelog on extension
884647 or fax 884644.

Section 14 - Transportation Information

Proper Shipping
Not classified as hazardous for transport by Road, Rail, Sea or Air
name
ADR Substance ID
NA
number
ADR Hazard class NA
ADR Item number NA
ADR Danger
NA
Number
CEFIC Tremcard
NA
Number
IMDG Class NA
IMDG Packing group NA
IMDG Marine
No
pollutant
IMDG Ems number NA
IMDG MFAG Table
NA
No.
IATA Class NA
IATA Packing group NA

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

Supply Labels

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Not
applicable

Risk and Safety Phrases

NA Not applicable

Section 16 - Other
In accordance with Regulation 12 of the Control of Substances
Hazardous to Health Regulations 1988 (COSHH). The requirements of
Training
regulations made under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 should be
complied with.
See HSE Guidance Notes HS(G)71 - "The storage of packaged
dangerous substances" EH/58 - "The Carcinogenicity of Mineral Oils"
MS24 - "Health surveillance of occupational skin disease" Other
Further Information
literature:- Concawe Report 86/69 - "Health Aspects of Worker Exposure
to Oil Mists" Concawe Report 01/97 - "Petroleum Products - First Aid
Emergency and Medical Advice"
Sources of Data Shell MSDS updated 10/12/99

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