Safety data sheet

Product Safety Information Sheet
C6656A – No. 56 Black
March 11 2002 Page 2 of 4
3. Hazards Identification
3.1 Primary Routes of Exposure
skin, eye, oral, and inhalation
3.2 Acute Health Hazards
Skin: May cause slight skin irritation characterized by redness and swelling after
prolonged contact. Indications may be masked by color of ink.
Eye: May be mildly irritating.
Oral: May cause stomach upset after ingestion.
Inhalation: Prolonged inhalation may result in irritation to the respiratory tract.
3.3 Chronic Health Hazards
None noted
3.4 Carcinogenicity
Carbon Black has been classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer
(IARC) as Group 2B (possible human carcinogen). Neither this component nor the other
ingredients have been classified as carcinogens according to ACGIH, EPA, EU, MAK
and OSHA criteria. According to IARC, printing inks are not classifiable as to their
carcinogenicity to humans (Group 3).
4. First Aid Measures
4.1 Emergency First Aid Procedures
Call the HEWLETT-PACKARD HEALTH EFFECTS LINE at 1-800-457-4209
(Intl + 1-503-494-7199 outside USA and Canada).
First aid for skin
Wash affected areas thoroughly with soap and water. Clothing should be
laundered before reuse. Seek medical attention if skin irritation persists.
First aid for eyes
Contact with eyes may cause mild irritation. Immediately flush with large amounts of
clean, lukewarm water (low pressure) for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical
attention if eye irritation persists.
First aid for ingestion
Ingestion of ink may cause stomach upset. Seek medical advice and then call the
HEWLETT-PACKARD HEALTH EFFECTS LINE. Seek medical attention if
stomach upset persists.
First aid for inhalation
Remove to fresh air.