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3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
PHYISCAL DESCRIPTION: This product is a white liquid aerosol with a hydrocarbon odor.
HEALTH HAZARD: This product can cause irritation to the eyes or skin. This product is harmful if swallowed or inhaled. If
vapors, mists or particulates of this product are inhaled, irritation of the nose or throat could occur.
FIRE HAZARD: This product is an extremely flammable aerosol. Vapor can cause flash fire.
REACTIVITY HAZARD: This product is stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD: This product can pose an acute aquatic toxicity if released into the environment in sufficient
quantity.
SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE BY ROUTE OF EXPOSURE:
The most significant routes of occupational overexposure are inhalation and contact with skin and eyes. The symptoms of
overexposure to this product are as follows
:
INHALATION: Vapors, mists, sprays, or dusts of this product can cause irritation to the respiratory tract. High concentrations of
this product can cause central nervous system depression characterized by headache, nausea, dizziness, confusion, unconsciousness,
coma, and death. Overexposure to this product can cause liver, kidney and blood disorders.
CONTACT WITH SKIN or EYES: Contact can cause eye irritation. Prolonged eye exposure may include redness, pain, and
tearing. If this product contaminates the eyes, irreversible eye injury can occur. Skin contact can result in redness, pain, ulceration
and scarring.
SKIN ABSORPTION: No component of this product is known to penetrate the skin in toxicologically significant quantities.
INGESTION: If this product is swallowed, irritation to the mouth, throat, and other tissues of the gastro-intestinal system can
occur. Ingestion of this product can cause liver, kidney and blood disorders, or central nervous system effects. Ingestion of large
amounts can cause irritation, pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. If vomiting results in aspiration, chemical pneumonia could follow.
INJECTION: Accidental injection of this product can cause burning, reddening, and swelling in addition to the wound. Symptoms of
such exposure can include those described under “Inhalation”, “Contact with Skin or Eyes,” and “Ingestion”.
Hazardous Materials Identification System (HMIS)
Health 2
Flammability 4
Physical Hazard 1
Protective Equipment B
See Section 16 for Definition of Ratings
HEALTH EFFECTS OR RISKS FROM EXPOSURE: An Explanation in Lay Terms.
ACUTE: Depending on the duration of contact, overexposures can irritate the eyes, skin, mucous membranes, and other exposed
tissue. Inhalation overexposure can result in central nervous system depression, dizziness, fatigue, vomiting, and headaches.
CHRONIC: Long-term skin or eye contact can result in dermatitis or eye irritation. Over exposure could cause adverse effects to
liver, kidney and central nervous system.
TARGET ORGANS: Acute: Skin, eyes, lungs, central nervous system. Chronic: Skin, eyes, liver, kidneys, blood and blood-
forming organs.
PART II What should I do if a hazardous situation occurs?
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
Victims of chemical exposure must be taken for medical attention if any adverse effects occur. Take a copy of label and MSDS to
physician or health professional with victim.
SKIN EXPOSURE: If this product contaminates the skin, immediately begin decontamination with running water. Remove exposed
or contaminated clothing, taking care not to contaminate eyes. Victim must seek immediate medical attention if any adverse exposure
symptoms develop.
EYE EXPOSURE: If this product enters the eyes, open victim's eyes while under gently running water. Use sufficient force to open
eyelids. Have victim "roll" eyes.
Minimum flushing is for 15 minutes. Victim must seek medical attention.