Material Safety Data Sheet

TEF-GEL

Date of Preparation: 2/20/99 Revision Date: 08/26/2008

1.CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Tef-Gel

Use: Anti-seize Lubricant

Manufacturer: Ultra Safety Systems

2.COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Ingredient Name PTFE. Polytetrafluoroethylene

CAS number 9002-84-0

%wt or %vol 40.0

Product formulation is proprietary

No ingredients are known to be hazardous under normal usage. PTFE can produce toxic fumes if pyrolised.

3.HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATION

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Summary of risks: May irritate the eyes. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause irritation. Inhalation of oil mist or vapours from material at high temperatures may irritate respiratory passages.

PTFE when thermally decomposed (over 290 C), may cause polymer fume fever. Thermal decomposition of PTFE (over 290 C) will generate hydrogen fluoride.

POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS

Eye contact: May cause irritation.

Skin Contact: Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause irritation. Thermal decomposition of PTFE (above 290 C) will generate hydrogen fluoride, which is corrosive, causing burns on contact with skin and other tissue.

Inhalation: Oil mist and vapours at high temperatures may irritate respiratory passages. Inhalation of decomposition products of PTFE (above 290 C) may cause polymer fume fever, a temporary flu-like illness accompanied by fever, chills and sometimes a cough, of approximately 24 hours duration. Repeated episodes of polymer fume fever may cause lung damage. Inkhalation of fluorine compounds as decomposition products of PTFE (over 290 C) may cause irritation and pulmonary edema.

Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal irritation

Primary Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation at high temperatures, eye contact, skin contact.

Target Organs: Respiratory passages at high temperatures, eyes, skin.

Medical Conditions Aggravated by Long-Term Exposure: Individuals with pre-existing diseases of the lungs may have

increases susceptibility to the toxicity of excessive exposures from thermal decomposition products.

Carcinogenicity: IARC, NTP, and OSHA do not list TEF-GEL or its ingredients as carcinogens.

Section 4 – First Aid Measures

Eye Contact: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention.

Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. Get medical attention if symptoms persists.

Inhalation: If symptoms develop, remove affected person from source of exposure into fresh air. Get immediate medical attention.

If person is not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen if available.

Ingestion: Get immediate medical attention. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by a physician.

Section 5 – Fire – Fighting Measures

Flash Point: over 400^{o F (204oC)}

^{Flash Point Method:
CC, ASTMD93

Lower Flammable Limit (LFL):
N/A

Upper Flammable Limit (UFL):
N/A

Extinguishing Media:
CO_{2, Foam, Dry Chemical, Water
Spray}

_{Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards:
None

Hazardous Combustion Products:
Hydrogen fluoride, carbonyl
fluoride, carbon monoxide and small amount of other toxic fumes

Fire-Fighting Instructions:
Wear a NIOSH approved positive
pressure self-contained breathing apparatus with full protective

clothing. Do not release runoff from fire control methods to
sewers or waterways.

Section 6 – Accidental Release Measures

Spill Response:
Observe precautions from other
sections. Contain any spill with dikes or absorbents to prevent migration and

entry into drains, sewers or bodies of water. Wipe or scrape up
grease and place it in a proper container for disposal. Wash walking
surfaces thoroughly to reduce slipping hazard. Follow applicable
OSHA (29 CFR 1910.120), state and local regulations.

Section 7 – Handling and Storage

Handling Precautions:
Exercise ordinary care in handling
industrial lubricants. Avoid contamination of cigarettes or other

tobacco products. Wash hands thoroughly before eating or
smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and clean before reuse.
Users should be alert to the possibility that very small
percentages of the population may display unexpected allergic reactions to
otherwise innocuous industrial lubricants and raw materials.

Storage Requirements:
Do not store in open or unlabeled
containers. Store away from incompatibles.

Section 8 – Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Eye Protection:
Avoid eye contact. Wear safety
glasses or chemical goggles in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133.

Skin Protection:
Avoid skin contact. Wear chemical
protective gloves. Depending upon conditions of use, additional protection

may be necessary such as a face shield, apron, etc.

Ventilation:
Local ventilation is generally not necessary under normal conditions of use with
adequate general ventilation.

Ventilation and other forms of engineering controls are
preferred means for controlling chemical exposures.

Respiratory Protection:
Avoid breathing oil mist.
Respiratory protection is generally not necessary under normal condition

of use with adequate general ventilation.

Safety Stations:
Make emergency eyewash stations,
safety/quick-drench showers, and washing facilities available in work area.

Other Precautionary Information:
Never eat, drink, or smoke in work
areas. Practice good personal hygiene after using this

material, especially before eating, drinking, using the toilet,
or applying cosmetics.

Section 9 – Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance and Odor:
Smooth, white grease with slight
odor     Water Solubility:
Insoluble

Vapor Pressure:
Negligible
Boiling Point:
Not Volatile

Vapor Density:
Not Determined
Dropping Point:
Non-melting

Formula Weight:
Not Calculated
% Volatile: None

Specific Gravity (H^{2O=1, at 4oC):
Not Determined
pH: Not
Determined}}}
Section 10 – Stability and Reactivity

Stability: Tef-Gel is stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.

Polymerization: This product will not undergo hazardous polymerization.

Chemical Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing materials.

Conditions to Avoid: Pyrolysis

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Thermal oxidative decomposition of Tef-Gel can produce hydrogen fluoride,

carbonyl fluoride, carbon monoxide as well as small amounts of other toxic fumes.

Section 11 – Toxicological Information

Toxicity Data: None Available

Section 12 – Ecological Information

Environmental Fate and Effects: No data has been established for this product.

Section 13 – Disposal Considerations

Disposal: Contact a licensed waste-disposal contractor for detailed recommendations.

Disposal Regulatory Requirements: Many states classify waste lubricants as "hazardous", which means disposal

only by a licensed firm. Follow applicable Federal, state, and local regulations.

Section 14 – Transport Information

DOT Transportation Data (49 CFR 172.101): Not Regulated.

Section 15 – Regulatory Information

TSCA: All components of this product are listed on the TSCA inventory.

EPA Regulations:

SARA 311/312 Hazard Class (40 CFR 370)

Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard No Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard No Reactive Hazard No

Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard No Fire Hazard No

SARA 313 Toxic Chemicals (40 CFR 372) CAS Number %

No Ingredients Listed

SARA Extremely Hazardous Subtances (40 CFR 355) CAS Number % Threshold Planning Quantity (TPO)

No Ingredients Listed

CERCLA Hazardous Substances (40 CFR 302) CAS Number % Reportable Quantity (RO)

No Ingredients Listed

Section 16 – Other Information

SHELF LIFE: INDEFINITE or UNLIMITED

Disclaimer: While the information and recommendations set forth herein are believed to be accurate as of the date hereof,

Ultra Safety Systems, Inc. makes no warranty with respect thereto and disclaims all liability with respect thereon.

contact details: +27 836557032 sales@tefgel.co.za