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11 – Toxicological Information
Symptoms of Overexposure:
Inhalation: High concentrations may cause nasal and respiratory irritation and central nervous system effects
such as headache, dizziness and nausea. Intentional abuse may be harmful or fatal.
Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation. Prolonged and/or repeated contact may produce defatting with possible
dermatitis.
Eye Contact: Contact may be irritating to eyes. May cause redness and tearing.
Ingestion: This product has low oral toxicity. Swallowing may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea,
vomiting and diarrhea. This product is an aspiration hazard. If swallowed, can enter the lungs and may cause
chemical pneumonitis, severe lung damage and death.
Chronic Effects: None expected.
Carcinogen Status: None of the components are listed as a carcinogen or suspect carcinogen by IARC,
NTP, ACGIH or OSHA.
Reproductive Toxicity: None of the components is considered a reproductive hazard.
Numerical Measures of Toxicity:
The oral toxicity of this product is estimated to be greater than 5,000 mg/kg based on an assessment of the
ingredients. This product is not classified as toxic by established criteria. It is an aspiration hazard.
12 – Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: LVP Petroleum Distillates, hydrotreated light: Not expected to be harmful to aquatic organisms,
readily biodegradable.
Mineral Spirits: No data available
Persistence and Degradability: LVP Petroleum Distillates, hydrotreated light: Readily biodegradable.
Bioaccumulative Potential: Bioaccumulation is not expected based on an assessment of the ingredients.
Mobility in Soil: No data available
Other Adverse Effects: None known
13 - Disposal Considerations
If this product becomes a waste, it would not be expected to meet the criteria of a RCRA hazardous waste.
However, it is the responsibility of the generator to determine at the time of disposal the proper classification
and method of disposal. Dispose in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
14 – Transportation Information
DOT Surface Shipping Description: Excepted from Hazmat (49CFR 173.150 (F)) in non-bulk packagings.
Bulk Packagings: NA1993, Combustible Liquid, n.o.s. (contains Petroleum Distillates), PG III
IMDG Shipping Description: Not Regulated
ICAO Shipping Description: Not Regulated
NOTE: WD-40 Company does not test containers to assure that they can withstand the pressure change
without leakage when transported by air. We do not recommend that our products be transported by air
unless a specific review is conducted.
15 – Regulatory Information
U.S. Federal Regulations:
CERCLA 103 Reportable Quantity: This product is not subject to CERCLA reporting requirements, however,
oil spills are reportable to the National Response Center under the Clean Water Act and many states have
more stringent release reporting requirements. Report spills required under federal, state and local
regulations.
SARA TITLE III:
Hazard Category For Section 311/312: Refer to Section 2 for the OSHA Hazard Classification.