COSMIC

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Main Hazards: Extremely flammable and Toxic by inhalation. Adverse Health Effects: Irritating to the eyes, mucous membranes and respiratory system. Narcotic at high concentrations. May decompose into hydrogen sulphide within body tissues resulting in inhibition of cellular respiration, possible pulmonary paralysis, sudden collapse and death Eye effects: Low concentration will generally cause irritation to the conjunctiva. Repeated exposure to low concentrations is reported to cause conjunctivitis, photo phobia, corneal bullae, tearing, pain and blurred vision. Skin Effects: May irritate skin upon contact. Ingestion Effects: Ingestion is unlikely Inhalation Effects: Irritating and narcotic at high concentrations. May decompose into hydrogen sulphide within body tissues. Hydrogen sulphide reacts with enzymes in the bloodstream and inhibits cellular respiration resulting in pulmonary paralysis, sudden collapse and death. Continuous exposure to low (15-50 ppm) concentrations will generally cause irritation to mucous membranes, and may also cause headache, dizziness or nausea. Higher concentrations (200-300 ppm) may result in respiratory arrest leading to coma or unconsciousness. Exposure for more than 30 minutes at concentrations greater than 700 ppm has been fatal.