September 2010
NIOSH Publication Number 2010-168c

Vegetable oil mist

Synonyms & Trade Names
Vegetable mist
CAS No.
68956-68-3
RTECS No.
YX1850000
DOT ID & Guide
 
Conversion
IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
: TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
OSHA PEL
: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
Measurement Methods

NIOSH 0600
Physical Description
An oil extracted from the seeds, fruit, or nuts of vegetables or other plant matter.
MW:
varies
BP:
?
FRZ:
?
Sol:
Insoluble
VP:
?
IP:
?
Sp.Gr:
0.91-0.95
Fl.P:
323-540°F
UEL:
?
LEL:
?
Combustible Liquid
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
None reported
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; lacrimation (discharge of tears)
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin: No recommendation
Eyes: No recommendation
Wash skin: No recommendation
Remove: No recommendation
Change: No recommendation
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately

Breathing: Fresh air
Respirator Recommendations

Not available.

Important additional information about respirator selection

See also: INTRODUCTION