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with the liquid or exposure to its vapors or mists may cause stinging, tearing, redness,
swelling and eye damage
.
SKIN:
Liquid is mildly irritating to the skin. Prolonged or repeated contact can result in defatting and drying of
the skin which may result in skin irritation and dermatitis (rash).
INGESTION:
Ingestion of excessive quantities may
cause irritation of the digestive tract and signs of nervous
system depression (headache, drowsiness, dizziness, loss of coordination and fatigue).
INHALATION:
May cause mild irritation to the nose, throat and respiratory tract and may result in central
n
ervous system (CNS) depression.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED:
Preexisting diseases in or history of ailments involving skin, central
nervous system, liver and kidney.
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name
Ethanol
Vol. %
85 - 87
< 1
CAS
64
-
17
-
5
108-88-3
67-63-0
108-10-1
7732-18-5
Toluene
IPA
9
-
10
< 1
Methyl Isobuty Ketone
Water
2
-
4
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. Get medical
attention, if
irritation occurs or persists.
SKIN:
Wash with soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention, if irritation develops or persists.
INGESTION:
DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Do not attempt to give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. If vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep head below hips to prevent aspiration of liquid into the lungs. Get
medical attention.
INHALATION:
Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, oxygen
should be administered b
y qualified personnel. Seek immediate medical attention.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE
ACUTE EFFECTS:
Shortness of breathing, confused behavior, redness of skin, swelling of tissues, watery eyes,
and nausea.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING
MEDIA:
Use "alcohol resistant" foam, dry chemical, or CO2. Water may be ineffective, but
water applied as a spray can absorb some of the fire's heat and should be used to keep fire
-
exposed containers
cool.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS:
Carbon monoxide and
unidentified organic compounds may be
formed during combustion.
EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
When heated above the flash point, this material emits flammable vapors which, when
mixed with air, can burn or be explosive. Fine mists or sprays may be flammable at
temperatures below the flash
point.