OSHA Material Safety Data Sheet

Hercules Chemical Material Safety Data Sheet # Fuel Oil Sludge Treat Page 236

Stability:

Stable

Conditions To Avoid:

Avoid heat, open flames

Incompatability

(Materials To Avoid):

Strong oxidizing materials

Hazardous Decomposition:

CO, CO2 and unidentified organics may be formed during combustion.

Hazardous Polymerization:

Will Not Occur

Inhalation

YES/Primary

Skin

YES/Primary

Ingestion

YES/Secondary

Health Hazards:

Inhalation of high vapor concentration can cause dizziness and headaches. Prolonged skin contact can lead to dry

and irritated skin, possibly causing dermatitis.

NTP

IARC

OSHA Regulated

Signs And Symptoms of Exposure:

Prolonged exposure to vapors can lead to headaches, dizziness, nausea and even loss of consciousness.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated By Exposure:

None known

Emergency And First Aid Procedures:

EYE CONTACT: Flush with water. If persistent irritation occurs, get medical attention. SKIN CONTACT: Wash with

soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and do not reuse until laundered. If persistent irritation occurs, get

medical attention. INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air and provide oxygen if breathing is difficult. Give

artificial respiration if not breathing. Get medical attention. INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING even though

vomiting may occur. If vomiting occurs, keep head below hips to prevent aspiration of liquid into the lungs. Get

medical attention.

Section 5 - Reactivity Data

Section 6 - Health Hazard Data

Routes of Entry:

Carcinogenicity:

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