lamp oil's main ingredient's usually liquid paraffin, also known as (white) paraffin oil. watch out for additives, you usually want it as pure as possible. according to Eric Bagai of New Zealand's Beaming Balls Limited, paraffin is a name for kerosene, especially outside the US. from our SAFETY page's left sidebar, you can look at MSDS's for kerosene, too.

MSDS's (Material Safety Data Sheets) may change when chemical formula changes, check the manufacturer for the latest, though in practice, they change very little for well-known compounds. here are samples as of August 2002:

first, (1) Lamplight Farms at www.lamplightfarms.com produces a nice low-smoker fuel, providing not a formal MSDS but this product downlow, then scroll to (2) Candle Corporation of America, parent of Sterno, who provides a formal MSDS for their lamp oil (not for their Sterno solid fuel!). so here's

(1) LampLight Farms MSDS & FAQ: Ultra-Pure Candle & Lamp Oil

Lamplight Farms Ultra-Pure Oil is 99% pure liquid paraffin. It is smokeless, odorless. It is the finest oil lamp and oil candle fuel available. This premium fuel is manufactured by the world's largest manufacturer of candle and lamp oil.

Ultra-Pure Lamp and Candle Oil is an innovative advanced technology lamp oil from Lamplight Farms that delivers optimum performance and superior odor-free burning pleasure in the new burnerless fiberglass wick oil candles and refillable cartridge oil lamps. It is perfectly suited for traditional oil lamps. Ultra-Pure is the worlds finest lamp oil.

All of our oil products are smokeless and odorless 99% pure liquid paraffin.

http://www.lamplightfarms.com/safety.html

Lamplight Farms produces two types of lamp oil: Lamplight Farms Ultra-Pure and Lamplight Farms regular lamp oil.

Both types of lamp oil are HARMFUL OR FATAL IF SWALLOWED. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Call a physician immediately. The product should be left to pass through the system normally. The greatest potential danger is that, should the child or individual vomit, some of the oil could aspirate into the lungs and this could quite possibly cause a petroleum pneumonia, a very serious illness.

Lamplight Farms Ultra-Pure Lamp Oil is a petroleum hydrocarbon consisting of 98% normal paraffin (liquid wax). It consists of high-purity, linear saturated paraffin blends of various molecular weights in the carbon range of C10-C16 and of low viscosity.

Lamplight Farms regular lamp oil is a petroleum hydrocarbon with a distillation range from an initial boiling point of 370°F to an end point of 518°F. It is similar to kerosene but is much more highly refined. For all practical purposes, all of the aromatics and sulphur have been removed.

Listed below are the warnings and other safety information that is printed on all of our oil bottles. (The most important warning and safety information we can supply is to KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.)

DANGER: HARMFUL OR FATAL IF SWALLOWED,. COMBUSTIBLE.
Contains petroleum hydrocarbons. Do not take internally. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Call a physician immediately. Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid frequent or prolonged contact with skin.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. NEVER LEAVE A LIGHTED OIL CANDLE OR LAMP UNATTENDED.
Do not store near heat or open flame. As with all oil candles and lamps an open flame is present; therefore, use with extreme care and at your own risk.

Lamplight Farms provides these warnings and utilizes child-resistant closures on all our oil bottles. The oil bottles still must be kept out of reach of children and once the oil is poured from the bottle into an oil lamp, the oil lamp must be kept out of reach of children. Lamplight relies on parents as partners in our efforts to prevent accidental ingestion of lamp oil.


Frequently Asked Questions - Oil

Does Lamplight Farms carry fragrance oil?
No, we do not currently sell any oils with fragrances in them because when fragrance is mixed with oil it is consumed in the combustion process and does not emit the fragrance.

Can you mix different oils together?
We do not recommend that you mix different types of oils (Ultra Pure with Regular Lamp oil or Citronella) together.

Is it safe to store the oil in the lamps or do you have to empty them after using?
It is safe to leave the oil in the oil lamps.

What is the difference in the Ultra Pure oil and the regular Original lamp oil?
Our Ultra Pure oils are 99% liquid paraffin and are smokeless and ordorless. It is a much cleaner burning oil and is recommended for indoor use.

What should I do if my oil freezes?
Ultra Pure oils solidifies at 35 degrees Fahrenheit. To thaw, bring into a warm room until it melts. The oil returns to it's original state & is fine to use once it has thawed out. If you are going to be storing the oil in an environment below 35 degrees Fahrenheit, we recommend that you use our original Medallion oil.

Can I use outdoor (citronella) oil indoors?
We do not recommend that citronella be used indoors.

Can I use citronella lamp oil on animals?
Oil is intended to be used as a fuel source for our oil lamps only.

How do you clean up spilled oil?
To clean spilled oil off of rugs or upholstery, soak up the excess oil with a rag. Then use any citrus-based cleaner to dissolve the oil and follow with shampoo. To clean spilled oil off of concrete, soak up the excess oil with oil dry or kitty litter. Then use any commercial concrete cleaner to clean up the rest of the oil. To clean spilled oil off of wood, soak up the excess oil with oil dry or kitty litter. Then use any general purpose cleaner to clean up the rest of oil.

What is the burn time on oil?
Generally the burn time is 1 hour per 1 oz of oil. This time may vary according to conditions.

How do I properly dispose of my oil?
You will need to call your local municipality to determine how they require you to dispose of oil.

Can I mix oils together to create different colors?
Yes you can mix different Lamplight Farms oil together to create different colors, however we do not recommend mixing ultra pure with regular lamp oil or citronella oil.


There are several ways to get in touch with us at lamplightfarms.com.

Consumer Line:
800-328-7717

Email Us: sales@lamplightfarms.com

Mailing Address:
Lamplight Farms, Inc.
4900 N. Lilly Rd. Menomonee Falls, WI 53051

Business phone: 262-781-9590
Business fax: 262-781-6774

Visit Our Retail Store:
4900 N. Lilly Rd. Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Open Monday through Friday
Hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. CST

second, Candle Corporation of America at www.candlecorpfs.com, in particular its Sterno division, provides a formal MSDS for its lamp oil cartridges which contain pure paraffin:

(2) CANDLE CORPORATION OF AMERICA MSDS: lamp oil

lamp oil as used in Crystalyte®, Tuxedo-Dispos-A-Lamp, and sold in bulk jugs

Candle Corporation of America MSDS # 0008
http://www.candlecorpfs.com/msds/msds0008.htm
REVISED DATE: 6/16/2000


1. IDENTIFICATION AND EMERGENCY INFORMATION

PRODUCT NAME: Crystalyte®, Tuxedo-Dispos-A-Lamp

UPC/SKU #: 820M, 820D, 834, 834D, 834S, 836, 836AL, 836S, 840, 840AL, 840D, 840S, 841, 870D, 885-AMB, 885-RED, 885-WHT, 924-12CT, 924-12AUS, 975-L, TLC-70, TLC-70-C

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Disposable Liquid Wax Cartridge; Burn Times:18 hr., 30 hr., 36 hr., 45 hr., 70 hr., 110 hr.

PRODUCT CATEGORY: Petroleum Solvent

PRODUCT APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Clear water-white liquid, essentially odorless

CAS NUMBER: 64771-72-8

GENERAL USE: Used in lamps, is a smokeless, clean burning disposable liquid wax cartridge.


CANDLE CORPORATION OF AMERICA
Institutional Products Group
999 E Touhy, Suite 450
Des Plaines, IL USA 60018

DOMESTIC: For consumer information: Call toll free: (888) 4-LITES-1
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: For emergencies involving spill, leak, fire, exposure or accident, call CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300, day or night.

THE PITTSBURGH POISON CENTER HAS BEEN PROVIDED SPECIFIC INFORMATION FOR USE IN MEDICAL EMERGENCIES INVOLVING THESE PRODUCTS. IN THE USA, CANADA & MEXICO, CALL TOLL FREE: (888) 313-8954.


2. COMPONENTS AND HAZARD INFORMATION

COMPONENTS - CAS NO. OF COMPONENTS - APPROXIMATE

Paraffin's (petroleum), normal C5-20 - 64771-72-8 - 100%

This product contains approximately 99 mass % linear paraffin's, primarily C14-C16.
This product, as manufactured, does not contain polychlorinated biphenyl's (PCB's).
All components of this product are listed on the U.S. TSCA inventory.
See section 5 for Health and Hazard Information.
See section 8 for Environmental Information.


HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (HMIS)

ACUTE HEALTH - FIRE - REACTIVITY - BASIS:
1 - 1 - 0 - Recommended by Manufacturer

EXPOSURE LIMIT FOR TOTAL PRODUCT: - BASIS:
300 ppm (2600 mg/m3) for an 8-hour workday. - Recommended by Manufacturer


3. PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY AND EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES

EYE CONTACT: If splashed into the eyes. Remove contact lenses, then flush with clear water for 15 minutes or until irritation subsides. If irritation persists, call for medical attention.

SKIN CONTACT: In case of skin contact, remove any contaminated clothing and wash skin with soap and water. Launder or dry clean clothing before reuse. If product is injected into or under the skin, or into any part of the body, regardless of the appearance of the wound or its size, the individual should be evaluated immediately by a physician as a surgical emergency. Even though initial symptoms from high pressure injection may be minimal or absent, early surgical treatment within the first few hours may significantly reduce the ultimate extent of injury.

INHALATION: If overcome by vapor, remove from exposure and call a physician immediately. If breathing is irregular or has stopped, start resuscitation, administer oxygen, if available.

INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING; call a physician immediately.


4. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD INFORMATION


Flash Point (MINIMUM) - AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE
120ºC (248ºF) - Approximately 210ºC (410ºF)

ASTM D 93, Pensky Martens Closed Cup - ASTM E 659

NOTE: The auto ignition temperature of this product is relatively low and is reached during laboratory distillation by ASTM Method D 86. Therefore, if the procedure is interrupted, the distillation flask must be cooled before the contents are exposed to air.


NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)-HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

Health - Flammability - Reactivity - BASIS:
1 - 1 - 0 - Recommended by Manufacturer


HANDLING PRECAUTIONS: This liquid is volatile and gives off invisible vapors. Either the liquid or vapor may settle in low areas or travel some distance along the ground or surface to ignition sources where they may ignite or explode. Keep product away from ignition sources, such as heat, sparks, pilot lights, static electricity, and open flames.

Flammable or explosive limits (approximate % by volume in air)
Estimated values: Lower Flammable Limit 1.3% - Upper Flammable Limit 8.7%
Extinguishing Media AND FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Foam, water spray (fog), dry chemical, carbon dioxide and vaporizing liquid type extinguishing agents may all be suitable for extinguishing fires involving this type of product, depending on size or potential size of fire and circumstances related to the situation. Plan fire protection and response strategy through consultation with local fire protection authorities or appropriate specialists.

The following procedures for this type of product are based on the recommendations in the National Fire Protection Association's "Fire Protection Guide on Hazardous Materials", Tenth Edition (1991):

"Use water spray, dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide to extinguish the fire. Use water to keep fire-exposed containers cool. If a leak or spill has not ignited, use water spray to disperse the vapors and to provide protection for persons attempting to stop a leak. Water spray may be used to flush spills away from exposures. Minimize breathing of gases, vapor, fumes or decomposition products. Use supplied-air breathing equipment for enclosed or confined spaces or as otherwise needed."

DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS UNDER FIRE CONDITIONS: Fumes, smoke, carbon monoxide, aldehydes and other decomposition products, in the case of incomplete combustion.

"EMPTY" CONTAINER WARNING: "Empty" containers retain residue (liquid and/or vapor) and can be dangerous. DO NOT PRESSURIZE, CUT, WELD, BRAZE, SOLDER, DRILL, GRIND OR EXPOSE SUCH CONTAINERS TO HEAT, FLAME, SPARKS, STATIC ELECTRICITY, OR OTHER SOURCES OF IGNITION; THEY MAY EXPLODE AND CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.

Do not attempt to refill or clean containers since residue is difficult to remove. "Empty" drums should be completely drained, properly bunged and promptly returned to a drum reconditioner. All other containers should be disposed of in an environmentally safe manner and in accordance with governmental regulations.

For work on tanks refer to Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations, ANSI Z49.1, and other governmental and industrial references pertaining to cleaning, repairing, welding, or other contemplated operations.


5. HEALTH AND HAZARDS INFORMATION

VARIABILITY AMONG INDIVIDUALS: Health studies have shown that many petroleum hydrocarbons and synthetic lubricants pose potential human health risks, which may vary from person to person. As a precaution, exposure to liquids, vapors, mists or fumes should be minimized.

EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: (Signs and symptoms of exposure) High vapor concentrations (greater than approximately 700 ppm, attainable at elevated temperatures well above ambient) are irritating to the eyes and the respiratory tract, and may cause headaches, dizziness, anesthesia, drowsiness, unconsciousness, and other central nervous system effects, including death.

NATURE OF HAZARD AND TOXICITY INFORMATION: Prolonged or repeated skin contact with this product tends to remove skin oils, possibly leading to irritation and dermatitis; however, based on human experience and available toxicological data, this product is judged to be neither a "corrosive" nor an "irritant" by OSHA criteria.

Product contacting the eyes may cause eye irritation.

Product has a low order of acute oral and dermal toxicity, but minute amounts aspirated into the lungs during ingestion or vomiting may cause mild severe pulmonary injury and possibly death.

This product is judged to have an acute oral LD50 (rat) greater than 5 g/kg of body weight, and an acute dermal LD50 (rabbit) greater than 3.16 g/kg of body weight.

PRE-EXISTING MEDICAL CONDITIONS WHICH MAY BE AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE

Petroleum Solvents/Petroleum Hydrocarbons - Skin contact may aggravate an existing dermatitis.


6. PHYSICAL DATA

the following data are approximate or typical values and should not be used for precise design purposes.

BOILING RANGE: Approximately 251-280ºC (484-536ºF)
VAPOR PRESSURE: Less than 0.5 mm Hg @ 38ºC ASTM D 2879
SpECIFIC GRAVITY(15.6ºC /15.6ºC): 0.773 (6.44 lb/gal)
VAPOR DENSITY (Air = 1): 6.9
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 212
PERCENT VOLATILE BY VOLUME: Less than 25% in 1,920 minutes @ 1 atm. and 25ºC (77ºF)
pH: Essentially neutral
EVAPORATION RATE: @ 1 atm. and 25ºC (77ºF) (n-BUTYL ACETATE = 1): Less than 0.01
POUR, CONGEALING OR MELTING POINT: 7ºC (45ºF) Pour Point by ASTM D 97
Solubility in water @ 1 atm. and 25ºC (77ºF): Negligible; 0.0001%
VISCOSITY: 2.53 cSt @ 25ºC (77ºF) ASTM D 445


7. REACTIVITY

This product is stable and will not react violently with water. Hazardous polymerization will not occur. Avoid contact with strong oxidants such as liquid chlorine, concentrated oxygen, sodium hypochlorite, calcium hypochlorite, etc., as this presents a serious explosion hazard.


8. ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION

CLEAN WATER ACT / OIL POLLUTION ACT: This product may be classified as an oil under Section 311 of the Clean Water Act, and under the Oil Pollution Act. Discharges or spills into or leading to surface waters that cause a sheen must be reported to the National Response Center (1-800-424-8802).

STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Shut off and eliminate all ignition sources. Keep people away. Recover free product. Add sand, earth or other suitable absorbent to spill area. Minimize breathing vapors. Minimize skin contact. Ventilate confined spaces. Open all windows and doors. Keep product out of sewers and watercourses by diking or impounding. Advise authorities if product has entered or may enter sewers, watercourses, or extensive land areas. Assure conformity with applicable governmental regulations. Continue to observe precautions for volatile, combustible vapors from absorbed material.

THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION MAY BE USEFUL IN COMPLYING WITH VARIOUS STATE AND FEDERAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS UNDER VARIOUS ENVIRONMENTAL STATUTES:

THRESHOLD PLANNING QUANTITY (TPQ), EPA REGULATION 40 CFR 355 (SARA Sections 301-304):
No TPQ for product or any constituent greater than 1% or 0.1% (carcinogen).

TOXIC CHEMICAL RELEASE REPORTING, EPA REGULATION 40 CFR 372 (SARA Section 313)
No toxic chemical is present greater than 1% or 0.1% (carcinogen).

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL REPORTING, EPA REGULATION 40 CFR 370 (SARA Sections 311-312)
EPA Hazard Classification Code: Not applicable.


9. PROTECTION AND PRECAUTIONS

VENTILATION: Use only with ventilation sufficient to prevent exceeding recommended exposure limit or buildup of explosive concentrations of vapor in air. No smoking, or use of flame or other ignition sources.

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Use supplied-air respiratory protection in confined or enclosed spaces, if needed.

PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Use chemical-resistant gloves, if needed, to avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact.

EYE PROTECTION: Use Splash goggles or face shield when eye contact may occur.

OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Use chemical-resistant apron or other impervious clothing, if needed, to avoid contaminating regular clothing, which could result in prolonged or repeated skin contact.

WORK PRACTICES / ENGINEERING CONTROLS: To prevent fire or explosion risk from static accumulation and discharge, effectively bond and/or ground product transfer system in accordance with (THE) National Fire Protection Association PUBLICATIONS.

Keep containers closed when not in use. Do not store near heat, sparks, flame or strong oxidants. This product reaches its auto ignition temperature in the ASTM D 86 laboratory distillation test. Therefore, if the procedure is interrupted, the distillation flask must be cooled before the contents are exposed to air.

In order to prevent fire or explosion hazards, use appropriate equipment.

Information on electrical equipment appropriate for use with this product may be found in the latest edition of the National Electrical Code (NFPA-70). This document is available from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, Massachusetts 02269.

PERSONAL HYGIENE: Minimize breathing vapor or mist. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Remove contaminated clothing; launder or dry-clean before re-use. Remove contaminated shoes and thoroughly clean and dry before re-use. Cleanse skin thoroughly after contact, before breaks and meals, and at end of work period. Product is readily removed from skin by waterless hand cleaners followed by washing thoroughly with soap and water.


10. TRANSPORTATION AND OSHA RELATED LABEL INFORMATION

TRANSPORTATION INCIDENT INFORMATION: For further information relative to spills resulting from transportation incidents, refer to latest Department of Transportation Emergency Response Guidebook for Hazardous Materials Incidents.

U.S. DOT HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SHIPPING DESCRIPTION: This product is not regulated as a DOT hazardous material.

OSHA REQUIRED LABEL INFORMATION: In compliance with hazard and right-to-know requirements, where applicable OSHA Hazard Warnings may be found on the label, bill of lading or invoice accompanying this shipment.

NOTE: Product label may contain non-OSHA related information also.
The information on this sheet is limited to the material identified and is believed by the Candle Corporation of America to be correct based on its knowledge and information as of the date noted. Candle Corporation of America makes no representation, guarantee or warrantee, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information and assumes no responsibility for injury, damage or loss resulting from the use of the material.

The information and recommendations are offered for the user's consideration and examination, and it is the user's responsibility to satisfy itself that they are suitable and complete for its particular use. If buyer repackages this product, legal council should be consulted to insure proper health, safety, and other necessary information is included on the container.

The Environmental information included under Section 8 hereof as well as the Hazardous Materials Identification System (HMIS) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) ratings have been included by Candle Corporation of America in order to provide additional health and hazard classification information. The ratings recommended are based upon the criteria supplied by the developers of these rating systems, together with Candle Corporation of America's interpretation of the available data.


FOR OTHER PRODUCT INFORMATION CONTACT:

CANDLE CORPORATION OF AMERICA
STERNO DIVISION
303 FALVEY BLVD.
TEXARKANA, TEXAS 75501-6620
(903) 223-3400


MSDS REVISION INDICATORS: Revised Sections 1.
RevIsion Date: June 16, 2000
SUPERSEDES: June 30, 1999
LAST PAGE OF MSDS #0008

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