SDS

BIC Utility Lighter SAFETY DATA SHEET August 16, 2022
according to the HCS/HazCom 2012 (29 CFR § 1910.1200)
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Precautionary
Statements (product):
Prevention:
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces.
Response:
Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.
In case of fire: Extinguish with water.
Storage:
Protect from sunlight.
Any Hazards Not
Otherwise Classified
(fuel):
Contact with liquefied gas may cause cold burns or frostbite to skin or eyes.
Repeated inhalation of high concentrations of liquefied petroleum gas may cause
weak cardiac sensitization to catecholamine drugs such as epinephrine.
For more information refer to Section 11 of this SDS
SECTION 3 – COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Substance:
CAS No.
Chemical Name
Percentage
68476-86-8
Liquefied petroleum gases
100%
SECTION 4 – FIRST-AID MEASURES
Eyes:
In the event of contact with liquefied petroleum gas, immediately flush with lukewarm
gently flowing water for at least 15 minutes. If frostbite has occurred, DO NOT attempt to
rewarm. Cover both eyes with a sterile dressing. DO NOT allow victim to drink alcohol or
smoke. Quickly transport victim to an emergency care facility.
Skin:
In the event of contact with liquefied petroleum gas causing frostbite to the skin: DO NOT
attempt to rewarm the affected area on site. DO NOT rub area or apply dry heat. Gently
remove clothing or jewelry that may restrict circulation. Carefully cut around any clothing
that sticks to the skin, and remove the rest of the garment. Loosely cover the affected area
with a sterile dressing. DO NOT allow victim to drink alcohol or smoke. Quickly transport
victim to emergency care facility. As quickly as possible, remove contaminated clothing,
shoes, and leather goods (e.g., watchbands, belts) as the product is extremely flammable.
Inhalation:
The fuel inside the lighter product is extremely flammable. Take proper precautions (e.g.,
remove any sources of ignition). If breathing has stopped, trained personnel should begin
artificial respiration (AR) or, if the heart has stopped, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
immediately. Immediately transport victim to an emergency care facility.
Ingestion:
Ingestion of this product is unlikely. Ingestion of the liquefied petroleum gas is also
unlikely.
Most Important Symptoms and Effects, Both Acute and Delayed
Symptoms/Injuries
after Inhalation:
Inhalation of high concentrations of the gas can cause CNS effects due to simple
asphyxiant properties and weak cardiac sensitization to catecholamine drugs such as
epinephrine.
Symptoms/Injuries
after Skin
Contact:
Direct contact with liquefied petroleum gas may cause cold burns/frostbite.
Symptoms/Injuries
after Eye Contact:
Direct contact with liquefied petroleum gas may cause cold burns/frostbite and permanent
eye damage.
Symptoms/Injuries
after Ingestion:
Ingestion of this product is unlikely. Ingestion of liquefied petroleum gas is also unlikely.