Cargille Immersion Oil, Type B

1. Identification

Product Identifiers

Product Name

Cargille Immersion Oil, Type B

Other Names

N/A

Product Number(s)

IC114, IC1142, IC1143, IC1145

CAS Number

-

Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use

Company Details

Emergency Contact Details

2. Hazards Identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Label Elements

Signal Words

Warning

Hazard Statement(s)

• H315 - Causes skin irritation.
• H400 - Very toxic to aquatic life.
• H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statement(s)

• P264 - Wash hands, forearms, and other exposed areas thoroughly after handling.
• P273 - Avoid release to the environment.
• P280 - Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection.
• P302+P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
• P321 - Specific treatment (see section 4 on this SDS).
• P332+P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
• P362+P364 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
• P391 - Collect spillage.
• P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, territorial, provincial, and international regulations.

Primary route(s) of entry

Human Health

Inhalation

Not available.

Ingestion

Not available.

Eyes

Not available.

Skin

Not available.

Environment

Other Hazards

Exposure may aggravate those with pre-existing eye, skin, or respiratory conditions. Exposure may aggravate pre-existing eye, skin, or respiratory conditions.

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

4. First Aid Measures

Ingestion

• After swallowing: Rinse out mouth and then drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting; immediately call for medical help.
• Ingestion may cause adverse effects.

Inhalation

• Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints.
• Ingestion may cause adverse effects.

Skin Contact

• Remove contaminated clothing. Immediately drench affected area with soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
• Redness, pain, swelling, itching, burning, dryness, and dermatitis.

Eye Contact

• Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Obtain medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
• May cause slight irritation to eyes.

Other Information

• Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible).
• If exposed or concerned, get medical advice and attention. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.

5. Firefighting Measures

Suitable extinguishing equipment

Fire

Water spray, fog, carbon dioxide (CO2), alcohol-resistant foam, or dry chemical.

HAZCHEM

Not available.

Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters

6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

• General Measures: Spilled product presents a slipping hazard. Avoid breathing (vapor, mist, spray). Avoid all contact with skin, eyes, or clothing.
• For Non-Emergency Personnel:
• Protective Equipment: Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Emergency Procedures: Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
• For Emergency Personnel
• Protective Equipment: Equip cleanup crew with proper protection.
• Emergency Procedures: Ventilate area. Upon arrival at the scene, a first responder is expected to recognize the presence of
• dangerous goods, protect oneself and the public, secure the area, and call for the assistance of trained personnel as soon as conditions permit.

Environmental precautions

• Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water.
• Inform respective authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system.

Methods and materials for containment and clean up

• For Containment: Contain any spills with dikes or absorbents to prevent migration and entry into sewers or streams.
• Methods for Cleaning Up: Clean up spills immediately and dispose of waste safely. Absorb and/or contain spill with inert material.
• Transfer spilled material to a suitable container for disposal. Contact competent authorities after a spill.

7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling

• Additional Hazards When Processed: Spilled material may present a slipping hazard.
• Precautions for Safe Handling: Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work. Avoid prolonged contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing vapors, mist, spray.
• Handling Temperature: 15.6 – 32 °C(60 - 90 °F)
• Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures.

Conditions for safe storage

• Technical Measures: Comply with applicable regulations.
• Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a dry, cool place.
• Keep/Store away from direct sunlight, extremely high or low temperatures and incompatible materials.
• Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers.
• Storage Temperature: 15.6 – 32 °C (60 - 90 °F)
• Specific End Use(s)
• For professional and R&D use only. Conditions of Intended Use: (ABBR. C.I.U.) As a Microscope Immersion Oil at normal room pressure 101,32 hPa (760 mm Hg), temperature 7°C to 40°C (45°F to 104°F) in a non misted / non airborne state in a room having normal air changes (2) / HR., in a trained and supervised laboratory / industrial setting using standard Good Laboratory/Good Manufacturing procedures.

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Exposure Standards

Engineering controls

Emergency eye wash fountains and safety showers should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure. Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Ensure all national/local regulations are observed.

Personal protective equipment

Eye and face protection

Chemical safety goggles. Safety glasses with side-shields.

Skin protection

Gloves. Protective clothing. Protective goggles. Wear protective gloves.

Body protection

• The usual precautionary measures for handling chemicals should be followed. Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
• Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.
• Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
• Do not inhale gases / fumes / aerosols.
• Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.

Respiratory protection

• If exposure limits are exceeded or irritation is experienced, approved respiratory protection should be worn.
• In case of inadequate ventilation, oxygen deficient atmosphere, or where exposure levels are not known wear approved respiratory protection.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

General information

Appearance

Clear colourless to light yellow, oily liquid

Odour

Slight

pH

Not applicable.

Vapour Pressure

<0.133hPa (<0.1mmHg)

Density

0.923 g/cm³ (7.702 lbs/gal)

Boiling Point

340 °C (644 °F) (1 atm / 1.0132 bar)

Melting Point

0 °C (32 °F)

Solubility

Not miscible or difficult to mix.

Specific Gravity of Density

Not applicable.

Flash Point

163 °C (325 °F) (Open Cup)

Flammable (Explosive) Limits

Not determined.

Ignition Temperature

Not determined.

Formula

Not available.

10. Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity

Hazardous reactions will not occur under normal conditions.

Chemical stability

Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions (see section 7). Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions (see section 7).

Possibility of hazardous reactions

Hazardous polymerization will not occur.

Conditions to avoid

Ignition sources. Direct sunlight, extremely high or low temperatures, and incompatible materials.

Incompatible materials

Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers.

11. Toxicological Information

Acute effects

No further relevant information available.

Eye contact

Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

Skin contact

Irritant to skin and mucous membranes.

Ingestion

No further relevant information available.

Inhalation

Irritant to skin and mucous membranes.

Chronic effects

• Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified
• Carcinogenicity: Not classified
• Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure): Not classified
• Reproductive Toxicity: Not classified
• Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): Not classified
• Aspiration Hazard: Not classified.
• Symptoms/Injuries After Inhalation: Prolonged exposure may cause irritation.
• Symptoms/Injuries After Skin Contact: Redness, pain, swelling, itching, burning, dryness, and dermatitis.
• Symptoms/Injuries After Eye Contact: May cause slight irritation to eyes.
• Symptoms/Injuries After Ingestion: Ingestion may cause adverse effects.
• Chronic Symptoms: None expected under normal conditions of use.
• LD50 and LC50 Data:
• White mineral oil, petroleum (8042-47-5)
• LD50 Oral Rat > 5000 mg/kg (Source: IUCLID)
• Butene, homopolymer (9003-29-6)
• LD50 Oral Rat > 2000 mg/kg
• LD50 Dermal Rat > 2000 mg/kg
• LC50 Inhalation Rat > 19171 mg/m³ (Exposure time: 4 h Source: ECHA_API)
• LC50 Inhalation Rat > 4185 ppm/4h
• Terphenyls (26140-60-3)
• LD50 Oral Rat > 5000 mg/kg (Source: EPA_HPV)
• LD50 Dermal Rabbit > 5000 mg/kg (Source: ECHA_API)
• LC50 Inhalation Rat > 3.8 mg/l/4h
• Hydrogenated terphenyls (61788-32-7)
• LD50 Oral Rat > 10000 mg/kg (Source: EPA_HPV)
• LD50 Dermal Rabbit > 2000 mg/kg (Source: ECHA_API)
• LC50 Inhalation Rat > 4.7 mg/l/4h

Toxicity and irritation

No further relevant information available.

12. Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity

• Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Very toxic to aquatic life. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
• White mineral oil, petroleum (8042-47-5)
• LC50 Fish 1 > 10000 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Lepomis macrochirus)
• Butene, homopolymer (9003-29-6)
• EC50 - Crustacea [1] > 100 mg/l (Exposure time: 48 h - Species: Daphnia magna)
• Terphenyls (26140-60-3)
• LC50 Fish 1 > 0.11 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Oncorhynchus mykiss [static])
• EC50 - Crustacea [1] 0.04 mg/l (Exposure time: 48 h - Species: Daphnia magna)
• LC50 Fish 2 > 0.11 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Lepomis macrochirus [static])
• EC50 - Crustacea [2] 0.02 mg/l (Exposure time: 48 h - Species: Daphnia magna) Data Specific to m-Terphenyl.
• NOEC Chronic Fish 0.04 mg/l (Duration: 34 d - Species: Pimephales promelas)
• Hydrogenated terphenyls (61788-32-7)
• LC50 Fish 1 > 0.53 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Pimephales promelas [static] Source: IUCLID)
• EC50 - Crustacea [1] > 1.34 mg/l
• LC50 Fish 2 > 0.53 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Lepomis macrochirus [static] Source: IUCLID)

Persistence and degradability

• Cargille Immersion Oil Type A & B
• Persistence and Degradability May cause long-term adverse effects in the environment.

Bioaccumulative potential

• Bioaccumulative Potential
• Cargille Immersion Oil Type A & B
• Bioaccumulative Potential Not established.
• White mineral oil, petroleum (8042-47-5)
• Partition coefficient n-octanol/water
• (Log Pow) > 6
• Butene, homopolymer (9003-29-6)
• Partition coefficient n-octanol/water
• (Log Pow) 7.6 – 7.8 at 20 °C / 68 °F (at pH 7)

Other adverse effects

• Harmful to fish
• Toxic for water fleas
• Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
• Due to available data on eliminability/decomposition and bioaccumulation potential prolonged term damage of the environment can not be excluded.

13. Disposal Considerations

General information

14. Transport Information

ADG label required

HAZCHEM

Not available.

UN Number

UN3082

Proper shipping name

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S (TERPHENYL)

Transport hazard class

9 Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles

Packing group

PG III

Environmental hazard

• This is a marine pollutant.
• Harmful to fish.
• Toxic for water fleas.

Special precautions for users

• Special precautions for user Warning: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and
• articles
• Danger code (Kemler): 90
• EMS Number: F-A,S-F

Additional information

• Not regulated when carried in single or combination packaging containing a net quantity of 5L or less for liquids or 5 kg or less for solids per the following:
• DOT: 171.4©(2)
• ADR: SP 375
• IMDG: 2.10.2.7
• IATA: special provision A197

15. Regulatory Information

Poisons Schedule Number

None of the ingredients are listed.

Other Information

No further relevant information available.

16. Other Information

SDS preparation date

21 October 2026

Comments

• ATSDR: Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (U.S. Department of
• Health and Human Services)
• AU_WES: Australia WES
• CHEMVIEW: ChemView (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency)
• EC_RAR: European Commission Renewal Assessment Report
• EC_SCOEL: European Commission Scientific Committee on Occupational
• Exposure Limits
• ECETOC: European Centre for Ecotoxicology and Toxicology of Chemicals
• Reports
• ECHA_API: European Chemicals Agency API
• ECHA_RAC: ECHA Committee for Risk Assessment
• EFSA: European Food Safety Authority
• EPA: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
• EPA_AEGL: Acute Exposure Guideline Levels (U.S. Environmental Protection
• Agency)
• EPA_FIFRA: Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act Reregistration
• Eligibility Decision (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency)
• EPA_HPV: High Production Volume Chemicals (U.S. Environmental Protection
• Agency)
• EPA_TRED: Risk Assessment for Tolerance Reassessment Eligibility Decision (U.S.
• Environmental Protection Agency)
• EU_CLH: European Union Harmonised Classification and Labelling Proposal
• EU_RAR: European Union Risk Assessment Report
• FOOD_JOURN: Food Research Journal (1956)
• IARC: The International Agency for Research on Cancer
• IDLH: National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety Immediately
• Dangerous to Life or Health Value Profiles
• IUCLID: International Uniform Chemical Information Database
• JAPAN_GHS: Japan GHS Basis for Classification Data
• JP_J-CHECK: Japan J-Check
• KR_NIER: South Korea National Institute of Environmental Research Evaluations
• NICNAS: Australia National Industrial Chemicals Notification and Assessment
• Scheme
• NIOSH: National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety (U.S. Department
• of Health and Human Services)
• NLM_CIP: National Library of Medicine ChemID plus database
• NLM_HSDB: National Library of Medicine Hazardous Substance Data Bank
• NLM_PUBMED: National Library of Medicine PubMed database
• NTP: National Toxicology Program
• NZ_CCID: New Zealand Chemical Classification and Information Database
• OECD_EHSP: Environment, Health, and Safety Publication (Organisation for
• Economic Co-operation and Development)
• OECD_SIDS: Screening Information Data Sets (Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development)
• WHO: World Health Organization

References

• Cargille SDS "Cargille Immersion Oil Type A & B" 13/03/2024
• https://www.cargille.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Cargille_Immersion_Oil_Type_A__B_NA.pdf