3M(TM)Novec(TM) Flux Remover

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

3.1 EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Specific Physical Form: Aerosol Odor, Color, Grade: Clear, Colorless Liquid with Slight Odor, Contents Under Pressure General Physical Form: Liquid Immediate health, physical, and environmental hazards: Closed containers exposed to heat from fire may build pressure and explode. Aerosol container contains gas under pressure. May cause target organ effects.

Potential health effects

Eye Contact: Moderate Eye Irritation: Signs/symptoms may include redness, swelling, pain, tearing, and blurred or hazy vision. Skin Contact: Moderate Skin Irritation: Signs/symptoms may include localized redness, swelling, itching, and dryness. Inhalation: Respiratory Tract Irritation: Signs/symptoms may include cough, sneezing, nasal discharge, headache, hoarseness, and nose and throat pain. Intentional concentration and inhalation may be harmful or fatal. If thermal decomposition occurs: May be harmful if inhaled. May be absorbed following inhalation and cause target organ effects. Ingestion: Gastrointestinal Irritation: Signs/symptoms may include abdominal pain, stomach upset, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May be absorbed following ingestion and cause target organ effects. Target Organ Effects: Central Nervous System (CNS) Depression: Signs/symptoms may include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, incoordination, nausea, slowed reaction time, slurred speech, giddiness, and unconsciousness.