Gas Oil Material Safety Data Sheet – Safety & Handling Information
Last updated: October 2025
Material information
Red Diesel
Gas oil—commonly referred to as red diesel—is a widely used fuel in agriculture, construction, rail, and off-road applications. At Barton Petroleum, we supply high-quality gas oil and make safety a priority.
This official gas oil material safety data sheet (MSDS) provides all the essential health, safety, storage, and environmental information required under UK regulations, including COSHH and REACH.
Red diesel / gas oil
What Is Gas Oil?
Agricultural use (including tractors), Forestry, Golf courses, CASC (Community Amateur Sports Clubs) and fairs
Non-Commercial electricity generation and heating
Sailing, Boating and marine transport (but not private pleasure craft)
Vehicles and trains used in the railway sector
Gas oil is restricted to the above uses.
MSDS
Why a Gas Oil Material Safety Data Sheet Matters
The gas oil material safety data sheet (MSDS) helps you stay compliant with UK Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations. It offers critical safety information to protect workers, the public, and the environment from potential hazards.
Key Safety Information from the MSDS
This official Barton Petroleum gas oil MSDS includes:
- Product Name: Gas Oil / Red Diesel
- Hazard Classification: Flammable liquid. Harmful if inhaled or ingested. Causes skin irritation and may cause cancer with long-term exposure.
- First-Aid Measures: Instructions for exposure through eyes, skin, inhalation, or ingestion.
- Fire-Fighting Recommendations: Use foam, dry powder, or CO₂. Avoid water jets.
- Accidental Release Measures: Contain spills, prevent entry into drains or waterways, and use absorbent material.
- Handling & Storage Guidelines: Store in well-ventilated, cool areas in suitable containers. Avoid sources of ignition.
- PPE & Exposure Controls: Use gloves, goggles, and protective clothing in environments where gas oil is dispensed or transferred.
- Environmental Advice: Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects. Follow local regulations for disposal and spill response.
- Transport Classification: Dangerous Goods under ADR regulations (UN 1202).
Download the Official Gas Oil Material Safety Data Sheet (PDF)
For the full documentation, download the official Barton Petroleum gas oil MSDS:
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