White Oil Tech Grade
White Oil Tech Grade is a highly refined mineral oil with excellent purity, designed primarily for technical and industrial applications. It is colorless, odorless, and chemically inert, offering excellent lubricity, stability, and moisture resistance. This grade of white oil is widely used as a base oil, lubricant, and processing aid across various manufacturing sectors, ensuring smooth operation and protection of equipment and products.
White Oil Tech Grade
Primary Uses
Industrial Lubricants
- Acts as a lubricant for machinery, reducing friction and wear in metalworking and mechanical equipment.
Cosmetics and Personal Care Industry
- Used as a raw material in the manufacture of soaps, creams, and ointments as a carrier or base oil.
Plastics and Rubber Industry
- Serves as a processing aid, plasticizer, and release agent during the manufacturing of plastic and rubber products.
Textile Industry
- Employed as a softening and finishing agent for fabrics to enhance texture and appearance.
Food Industry (Non-food grade uses)
- Utilized as a lubricant in food processing machinery where incidental contact is controlled.
Secondary Uses
Pharmaceutical Industry
- Used in non-medical applications such as machinery lubrication in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Printing Industry
- Acts as an additive in inks and coatings for improved flow and finish.
Metalworking
- Applied as a coolant and lubricant during metal cutting, drilling, and stamping operations.
Basic Identification Attributes
- Chemical Name (IUPAC): Mineral oil (mixture of alkanes and cycloalkanes)
- Common/Trade Name: White Oil Tech Grade
- CAS Number: 8042-47-5
- HS Code: 2710.19.00
- Synonyms: Technical white oil, mineral oil, paraffinum liquidum
Physical & Chemical Properties
- Physical State: Clear, colorless liquid
- Color & Odor: Odorless and tasteless
- Viscosity: Typically 20-70 cSt at 40°C depending on specific grade
- Density: Approx. 0.83–0.87 g/cm³
- Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in organic solvents
- Flash Point: >150 °C (closed cup)
Safety & Hazard Attributes
- GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous
- Toxicity: Low toxicity, but not suitable for pharmaceutical or food ingestion
- Exposure Limits: Follow general oil mist exposure guidelines
Storage & Handling Attributes
- Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, ventilated areas away from heat and ignition sources
- Container Type: Drums, tanks, or bulk containers
- Shelf Life: Approximately 24-36 months if stored properly
- Handling Precautions: Avoid prolonged skin contact and inhalation of vapors or mist
Regulatory & Compliance Attributes
- Complies with: Industrial chemical regulations and REACH requirements
- Manufactured under: Quality management systems to ensure consistency
- Not intended for: Direct pharmaceutical or food applications
Environmental & Health Impact
- Biodegradability: Slowly biodegradable under aerobic conditions
- Ecotoxicity: Low environmental impact when handled and disposed of properly
- Bioaccumulation: Not significant
Safety Handling Precautions
- PPE Required: Gloves recommended for prolonged handling
- Handling Guidelines: Use in well-ventilated areas; avoid inhaling vapors or mists
- Storage Measures: Keep containers sealed and stored away from oxidizers
First Aid Measures
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air and seek medical attention if symptoms persist
- Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water
- Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical advice if irritation occurs
- Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting; seek medical advice promptly
Firefighting Measures
- Fire Hazards: Combustible liquid
- Extinguishing Media: Foam, dry chemical powder, or CO₂ extinguishers
- Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides and hydrocarbons