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PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: Viscous black semi-solid suspension. Free from fluorescence by daylight. Floats on water. (NTP, 1992)

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Insoluble in water.

Component 1 is combustible. (NTP, 1992)

SYMPTOMS: Symptoms of exposure to component 1 (85.5-88%: MINERAL OIL) may include mild irritation of the respiratory tract, severe lung irritation, pulmonary edema, central nervous system excitement followed by depression and irritation of the stomach. It may cause a mild laxative effect. It may also cause anal seepage and pneumonia, irritation, granuloma and skin reaction. It dissolves and prevents absorption of vitamin A from intestinal contents and aspiration may occur with subsequent pulmonary infiltration. Irritation to the skin and eyes may also occur. Symptoms of exposure to component 2 (10-12%: CARBON BLACK) may include black pigmentation of the palpebral conjunctiva.

ACUTE/CHRONIC HAZARDS: Component 1 (85.5-88%: MINERAL OIL) is an irritant of the skin and eyes and is harmful by ingestion. When heated to decomposition this compound emits acrid smoke and fumes. (NTP, 1992)

L.P. NEWS BLACK NEWSPRINT INKS is a mixture of three components. Component 1 (85.5-88%: MINERAL OIL) is primarily made up of saturated aliphatic hydrocarbons. These may be incompatible with strong oxidizing agents like nitric acid. Charring of the hydrocarbon may occur followed by ignition of unreacted hydrocarbon and other nearby combustibles. In other settings, aliphatic saturated hydrocarbons are mostly unreactive. They are not affected by aqueous solutions of acids, alkalis, most oxidizing agents, and most reducing agents. When heated sufficiently or when ignited in the presence of air, oxygen or strong oxidizing agents, they burn exothermically to produce carbon dioxide and water.

• Hydrocarbons, Aliphatic Saturated

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Fires involving this material can be controlled with a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher. (NTP, 1992)

SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: If you should spill this chemical, use absorbent paper to pick up all liquid spill material. Seal the absorbent paper, as well as any of your clothing which may be contaminated, in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Wash any surfaces you may have contaminated with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: You should protect this material from exposure to light, and store it under ambient temperatures. (NTP, 1992)

RECOMMENDED RESPIRATOR: Where the neat test chemical is weighed and diluted, wear a NIOSH-approved half face respirator equipped with an organic vapor/acid gas cartridge (specific for organic vapors, HCl, acid gas and SO2) with a dust/mist filter. (NTP, 1992)

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EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.

INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.

INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. (NTP, 1992)

• COMPONENT 1 (85.5-88%): MINERAL OIL
• COMPONENT 2 (10-12%): CARBON BLACK
• COMPONENT 3 (2-2.5%): FLOW AGENT OR BLACK INK OIL
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