Technical Data. M23660 Gas Tap Lubricant. Molybdenum disulphide assembly/sealing lubricant for gas appliances. Product Overview

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1 Technical Data M23660 Gas Tap Lubricant Molybdenum disulphide assembly/sealing lubricant for gas appliances Product Overview Directions for Storage and Use ROCOL M23660 Gas Tap Lubricant is designed for the effective lubrication and sealing of gas taps and taper plug cocks. ROCOL M23660 Gas Tap Lubricant has been developed in conjunction with cooker and tap manufacturers for the lubrication of taper gas taps operating with 1 st, 2 nd and 3 rd family gases. By using ROCOL M23660 Gas Tap Lubricant it enables compliance with British Standard 5494, 1978, service No.6 (30,000 operations). Features and Benefits ROCOL M23660 Gas Tap Lubricant is generally applied manually to the mating surfaces. For best results equipment should be cleaned or purged of previous lubricant prior to application of ROCOL M ROCOL M23660 Gas Tap Lubricant is best applied as a thin even coating. The components can be assembled immediately as ROCOL M23660 Gas Tap Lubricant does not require curing. The storage temperature should be controlled between +1 C and +40 C. Shelf life is 5 years from date of manufacture. ROCOL M23660 Gas Tap Lubricant is suitable for high temperature applications up to +120 o C. ROCOL M23660 Gas Tap Lubricant provides good lubricating and sealing properties for gas taps and taper plug cocks. Typical Applications ROCOL M23660 Gas Tap Lubricant has been used by British Gas PLC for over 30 years, and demonstrated to be acceptable for continuous use at +120 o C in a wide range of gas equipment applications including gas taps, taper plug cocks etc ROCOL M23660 Gas Tap Lubricant offers excellent anti-wear and anti-seize properties for gas appliances over long service periods. Pack Sizes Pack Size Part Code 50g 32020

2 Technical Data M23660 Gas Tap Lubricant Molybdenum disulphide assembly/sealing lubricant for gas appliances Property Test Method Result Appearance Visual Smooth blue-black grease Base Type N/A Severely refined mineral oil Thickener N/A Organically modified clay Solids N/A Molybdenum disulphide NLGI No. IP 50 (ASTM D217) 1/2 Drop Point IP 132 Non-melting Temperature Range N/A C to C Values quoted above are typical and do not constitute a specification. Safety Data Sheets Safety data sheets are available for download from our website or may be obtained from your usual ROCOL contact. The information in this publication is based on our experience and reports from customers. There are many factors outside our control or knowledge which affect the use and performance of our products, for which reason it is given without responsibility. Issue: 1 Date: 01-11

3 Page: 1 Compilation date: 31/10/2012 Revision No: 3 Section 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking 1.1. Product identifier Product name: 1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Use of substance / mixture: Lubricating Grease 1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Company name: ROCOL ROCOL House Swillington Leeds West Yorkshire LS26 8BS ENGLAND Tel: +44 (0) Fax: +44 (0) customer-service@rocol.com 1.4. Emergency telephone number Emergency tel: +44 (0) Section 2: Hazards identification 2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture Classification under CHIP: This product has no classification under CHIP Label elements Label elements under CHIP: Hazard symbols: No significant hazard Other hazards PBT: This substance is not identified as a PBT substance. Section 3: Composition/information on ingredients 3.2. Mixtures

4 Page: 2 Hazardous ingredients: SOLVENT REFINED BASE OIL (LESS THAN 3% DMSO EXTRACT) EINECS CAS CHIP Classification CLP Classification Percent Substance with a Community workplace exposure limit. MOLYBDENUM DISULPHIDE % Substance with a Community workplace exposure limit % Section 4: First aid measures 4.1. Description of first aid measures Contains: NON-HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE1-100% Skin contact: Eye contact: Ingestion: Wash immediately with plenty of soap and water. Bathe the eye with running water for 15 minutes. Wash out mouth with water Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Skin contact: Eye contact: Ingestion: Inhalation: There may be mild irritation at the site of contact. There may be irritation and redness. There may be irritation of the throat. No symptoms Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Section 5: Fire-fighting measures 5.1. Extinguishing media Extinguishing media: Use water spray to cool containers. Suitable extinguishing media for the surrounding fire should be used Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Exposure hazards: In combustion emits toxic fumes of carbon dioxide / carbon monoxide Advice for fire-fighters Advice for fire-fighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Section 6: Accidental release measures 6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Personal precautions: Refer to section 8 of SDS for personal protection details.

5 Page: Environmental precautions Environmental precautions: Do not discharge into drains or rivers Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Clean-up procedures: Transfer to a closable, labelled salvage container for disposal by an appropriate method Reference to other sections Section 7: Handling and storage 7.1. Precautions for safe handling Handling requirements: Avoid direct contact with the substance Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Storage conditions: Suitable packaging: Store in cool, well ventilated area. Must only be kept in original packaging Specific end use(s) Section 8: Exposure controls/personal protection 8.1. Control parameters Hazardous ingredients: SOLVENT REFINED BASE OIL (LESS THAN 3% DMSO EXTRACT) Workplace exposure limits: Respirable dust State 8 hour TWA 15 min. STEL 8 hour TWA 15 min. STEL EU 5 mg/m3 10 mg/m Exposure controls Respiratory protection: Hand protection: Eye protection: Skin protection: Respiratory protection not normally required. Protective gloves. Safety glasses with side-shields. Protective clothing. Section 9: Physical and chemical properties 9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties State: Colour: Odour: Evaporation rate: Oxidising: Solubility in water: Paste Blue-black Odourless Negligible Non-oxidising (by EC criteria) Insoluble

6 Viscosity: Highly viscous Melting point/range C: > 200 Flash point C: > 200 Autoflammability C: > 200 Relative density: > 1 Page: Other information Other information: Not applicable. Section 10: Stability and reactivity Reactivity Chemical stability Chemical stability: Stable under normal conditions Possibility of hazardous reactions Conditions to avoid Conditions to avoid: Heat Incompatible materials Materials to avoid: Strong oxidising agents. Strong reducing agents Hazardous decomposition products Haz. decomp. products: In combustion emits toxic fumes of carbon dioxide / carbon monoxide. Section 11: Toxicological information Information on toxicological effects Toxicity values: Not applicable. Symptoms / routes of exposure Skin contact: Eye contact: Ingestion: Inhalation: There may be mild irritation at the site of contact. There may be irritation and redness. There may be irritation of the throat. No symptoms. Section 12: Ecological information Toxicity Ecotoxicity values: Not applicable Persistence and degradability Persistence and degradability: Only slightly biodegradable Bioaccumulative potential Bioaccumulative potential: No bioaccumulation potential.

7 Page: Mobility in soil Mobility: Non-volatile. Absorbed only slowly into soil Results of PBT and vpvb assessment PBT identification: This substance is not identified as a PBT substance Other adverse effects Section 13: Disposal considerations Waste treatment methods Disposal of packaging: NB: Dispose of in a regulated landfill site or other method for hazardous or toxic wastes. The user's attention is drawn to the possible existence of regional or national regulations regarding disposal. Section 14: Transport information Transport class: This product does not require a classification for transport. Section 15: Regulatory information Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture Chemical Safety Assessment Chemical safety assessment: A chemical safety assessment has not been carried out for the substance or the mixture by the supplier. Section 16: Other information Other information Other information: Legal disclaimer: This safety data sheet is prepared in accordance with Commission Regulation (EU) No 453/2010. Compiled in accordance with REACH. The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. This company shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. [final page]