Apiezon® L Vacuum Grease

1. Identification

Product Identifiers

Product Name

Apiezon L Vacuum Grease

Other Names

Apiezon® L ultra high vacuum grease

Product Number(s)

M009, M010, M1-L-00025, M1-L-00050, M1-L-04000

CAS Number

?

Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use

Company Details

Emergency Contact Details

2. Hazards Identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Label Elements

Signal Words

Warning

Hazard Statement(s)

NON-HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS.

Precautionary Statement(s)

Not available.

Primary route(s) of entry

Human Health

Inhalation

Not available.

Ingestion

Not available.

Eyes

Not available.

Skin

Not available.

Environment

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

No information provided.

4. First Aid Measures

Ingestion

DO NOT induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention.

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. If rapid recovery does not occur, seek medical attention.

Skin Contact

Wash with soap and water.

Eye Contact

Flush with plenty of water for at least 10 minute. If irritation persists seek medical aid.

Other Information

No further relevant information available.

5. Firefighting Measures

Suitable extinguishing equipment

Fire

Carbon dioxide, dry powder, foam or water fog. Do not use water jets.

Large Fire

Carbon dioxide, dry powder, foam or water fog. Do not use water jets.

HAZCHEM

Not available.

Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters

6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Spilt product constitutes a slip hazard. Avoid contact with eyes.

Environmental precautions

Not available.

Methods and materials for containment and clean up

Place into sealable containers for disposal.

7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling

Wear appropriate protective equipment when handling (refer to Section 8). Wash thoroughly after handling.

Conditions for safe storage

Store away from naked flames. Keep containers closed when not in use. Prevent spillage and minimize operations which will contaminate work area and equipment.

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Exposure Standards

Engineering controls

None required in normal use.

Personal protective equipment

Eye and face protection

Wear safety glasses

Skin protection

Protective gloves

Body protection

Protective clothing

Respiratory protection

Not required.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

General information

Appearance

Yellow grease.

Odour

Faint oily smell.

pH

Not available.

Vapour Pressure

Not available.

Density

Not available.

Boiling Point

Not available.

Melting Point

Does not melt.

Solubility

Insoluble in water.

Specific Gravity of Density

0.896 at 20°C.

Flash Point

> 260°C.

Flammable (Explosive) Limits

Not determined.

Ignition Temperature

> 320°C.

Formula

Not available.

10. Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity

No further relevant information available.

Chemical stability

Stable under normal conditions of use.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

Will not occur.

Conditions to avoid

Temperatures above 120°C and incompatible materials.

Incompatible materials

Strong oxidising agents.

11. Toxicological Information

Acute effects

No further relevant information available.

Eye contact

May cause transient irritation.

Skin contact

Repeated and prolonged skin contact may cause skin disorders.

Ingestion

May cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

Inhalation

Low volatility makes inhalation unlikely ? no known effects.

Toxicity and irritation

No further relevant information available.

12. Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity

When used and/or disposed of as indicated no adverse environmental effects are foreseen.

Persistence and degradability

Slowly biodegradable in aerobic conditions. PTFE biologically inert.

Bioaccumulative potential

Non volatile. Insoluble in water.

Other adverse effects

No further relevant information available.

13. Disposal Considerations

General information

14. Transport Information

ADG label required

HAZCHEM

Not available.

UN Number

None.

Proper shipping name

Not regulated.

Transport hazard class

0

Packing group

None.

Environmental hazard

No information available.

Special precautions for users

Not regulated.

Additional information

Not regulated.

15. Regulatory Information

Poisons Schedule Number

None Allocated.

Other Information

No further information available.

16. Other Information

SDS preparation date

18 February 2026

Comments

This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.

References

• List of Publications referenced when creating this MSDS;
• Hazardous Substances Information System Consolidated Lists: Safe Work Australia.
• APPROVED CRITERIA FOR CLASSIFYING HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES [NOHSC:1008(2004)] 3rd Edition: National Occupational Health and Safety Commission.
• Dangerous Goods ? Initial Emergency Response Guide (SAA/SNZ HB76:1997).
• IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations.
• Adopted National Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment [NOHSC:1003(1995)].
• Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons [SUSPD] (Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing).