ADVACO SHELLCOAT

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview: WARNING! Flammable liquid. Causes eye irritation. May cause skin and upper respiratory tract irritation. May cause central nervous system depression. Do not take internally.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation, eye and skin Signs and Symptoms of Acute Overexposure: Exposure to styrene vapors from this product may cause irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat, and headache, nausea or vomiting. Liquid resin is irritating to eyes and skin. The use of respirators and a local exhaust system are mandatory around spray operations. Protective gloves and goggles are recommended when contact with liquid resin by spray or splash is possible. Use with adequate exhaust ventilation. Signs and Symptoms of Chronic Overexposure: No known chronic health effects have been observed with normal use of this product. Potential Health Effects/Health Hazard Identification Acute Exposure Eye: Causes Irritation Skin: Causes Irritation Ingestion: May cause irritation to the gastrointestinal track Inhalation: Vapors may cause irritation of mucous membrane. Chronic Exposure: Repeated exposure to high concentrations of styrene vapor may cause nausea, loss of appetite, CNS depression, liver and kidney damage.

2.3 Other hazards

Known Synergist: None Known Explosion Hazard: Empty drums are dangerous. They still may contain flammable vapors. Keep away from heat ,sparks, or flames. Do not cut or weld on or near these drums. Fire Hazard: Classified as Flammable Liquid. Corrosion Hazard: Not corrosive