Product Name: Dimethyl Silicone Oil Emulsion
Chemical Family: Silicone Emulsion
Synonyms: Polydimethylsiloxane Emulsion, Silicone Emulsion
Recommended Use: Lubricant, Release Agent, Surface Treatment, Anti-foam
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GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous per current standards, but can cause mild irritation.
Signal Word: None for standard product at typical concentrations.
Hazard Statements: May cause slight eye, skin, or respiratory irritation in sensitive individuals; environmentally persistent.
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid inhalation of mist or spray.
Hazard Symbols: No pictograms required.
Routes of Exposure: Skin, inhalation, accidental ingestion.
Potential Health Effects: Possible mild irritation of eye, skin, respiratory tract on heavy exposure.
Chemical Name: Polydimethylsiloxane
CAS No.: 63148-62-9
Concentration: Typically 20–60%
Emulsifier (Nonionic/Anionic Surfactants): Proprietary, 1–10%
Water: Balance, 30–80%
Other minor additives: May include biocides, preservatives (<1%)
Eye Contact: Flush with clean running water for at least 15 minutes. Lift eyelids periodically during flushing. Seek medical attention if discomfort remains.
Skin Contact: Wash exposed area thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. If irritation persists, consult physician.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. Keep warm and at rest. If breathing is difficult, obtain medical assistance.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed by a physician. Seek medical advice if large amounts have been swallowed or symptoms develop.
Most Important Symptoms and Effects: Irritation of eyes, possible mild skin sensitivity.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water mist, foam, dry chemical, or CO2.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct water stream can scatter and spread fire.
Specific Hazards: Product is water based and not highly flammable, but dried residues can burn and release formaldehyde and silicon oxides during combustion.
Protective Equipment: Standard firefighting gear, self-contained breathing apparatus.
Special Procedures: Cool containers exposed to heat with water spray. Contain run-off to prevent environmental contamination.
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Wear protective gloves, goggles, and clothing.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent material from entering drains, surface water, or soil. This product does not break down rapidly in the environment.
Methods for Cleanup: Contain and absorb with inert material (sand, earth). Scoop up and place in labeled waste container for proper disposal. Wash area with plenty of water to remove slippery residue. Ventilate affected location.
Decontamination: Clean tools and equipment with warm water and detergent.
Safe Handling: Use only with adequate ventilation. Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves if significant contact is likely. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
Storage Conditions: Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Store above freezing, between 5–30°C (41–86°F).
Incompatibilities: Strong acids, alkalis, and oxidizers may cause decomposition or instability.
Storage Life: Most emulsions maintain stability for 6–12 months under recommended storage.
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established exposure limits for finished product; ingredients typically unregulated at these concentrations.
Engineering Controls: Use with adequate local exhaust to minimize mist and vapor exposure.
Eye Protection: Chemical splash goggles during handling.
Skin Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, PVC).
Respiratory Protection: Not usually required. Use NIOSH-approved respirator in case of inadequate ventilation.
General Hygiene: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during use. Remove contaminated clothing immediately and launder before reuse.
Environmental Controls: Avoid release to the environment.
Physical State: Milky or translucent liquid
Color: White to grayish
Odor: Slight soapy or none
pH: 6–8
Melting Point/Freezing Point: <0°C (32°F)
Boiling Point: >100°C (212°F, the water component will evaporate off)
Flash Point: Not applicable for emulsions; dried film may ignite above 300°C (572°F)
Vapor Density: Not established
Solubility: Miscible/dispersible in water
Evaporation Rate: Similar to water
Viscosity: 20–1000 cSt (product-specific)
Relative Density: 0.98–1.02 g/cm³
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Auto-ignition Temperature: >400°C (dried film)
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use and storage.
Hazardous Reactions: None under normal processing.
Conditions to Avoid: Freezing, excess heat, direct sunlight, incompatible materials.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, and alkalies.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, silicon oxides, formaldehyde on incomplete combustion or thermal degradation.
Likely Routes of Exposure: Skin and eye contact, inhalation of mists or sprays.
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity; estimated oral LD50 (rat) > 5000 mg/kg for silicone emulsion.
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild, transient irritation possible.
Eye Damage/Irritation: Mild, transient irritation in direct exposures.
Respiratory Sensitization: Not expected at ambient product concentrations.
Ingestion: Not intended for ingestion; may cause gastrointestinal upset.
Chronic Effects: No expected chronic health risks identified at typical concentrations.
Carcinogenicity: Silicone oils not listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA as carcinogenic.
Mutagenicity: Not expected; negative in commonly used tests.
Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence based on current data.
Ecotoxicity: Product not acutely toxic to aquatic organisms at lower concentrations but can accumulate and persist in the environment. Surfactants present can be hazardous above certain thresholds to fish and aquatic invertebrates.
Persistence and Degradability: Silicone oils break down slowly, may cause long-term adverse effects in aquatic environments.
Bioaccumulation Potential: Moderate for some silicone fragments; minimal for finished emulsion.
Mobility in Soil: Likely limited due to physical adsorption onto soil particles; residuals could result in surface slicks on water.
Other Adverse Effects: Emulsifiers can contribute to foaming in wastewater treatment and environmental runoff.
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of product in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations. Do not pour into drains, surface water, or soils.
Packaging Disposal: Triple rinse packaging before recycling or disposal. Do not reuse empty containers.
Special Instructions: If discarded as supplied, typically non-hazardous under RCRA regulations. Persistent residues should be handled as chemical waste.
Contaminated Materials: Collect absorbent material and clean-up residues for safe disposal as solid waste.
UN Number: Not regulated for transport.
UN Proper Shipping Name: None allocated.
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous.
Packing Group: None.
Special Transport Precautions: Protect from freezing and excessive heat during transport. Ensure containers are sealed and upright. Not classed as dangerous goods under ADR, IMDG, IATA, or DOT regulations at supplied concentrations.
Environmental Hazards: Not marine pollutant at typical commercial concentrations.
TSCA Inventory: All components are listed on the US Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory.
REACH Status: Polymer exempt; components registered where required.
OSHA: Non-hazardous as defined by US OSHA standards.
WHMIS Classification (Canada): Not a controlled product.
RoHS/ELV: Compliant—does not contain intentionally added heavy metals or restricted substances.
Other Regulations: All ingredients are present at acceptable levels for general industrial and commercial usage set by EU, US, and other major jurisdictions.
SARA Title III: Not subject to Section 313 reporting.
California Proposition 65: Product does not contain substances known to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity.
