INSWOOL-HP BULK

Hazard statements

Toxic

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

to the product Asthma, chronic lung disease, and skin irritation · Carcinogenicity Information: Refractory ceramic fibers are listed by IARC as Group 2B "Possibly Carcinogenic to Humans." · Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment: The product has to be labelled due to the calculation procedure of the "General Classification guideline for preparations of the EU" in the latest valid version. May cause cancer. Irritating to eyes and respiratory system. (Contd. from page 1)

NFPA Ratings

scale 0-4) Health = 1 0 Fire = 0 1 0 Reactivity = 0

Health hazards

Danger 3.6/1A - May cause cancer. Exclamation mark Warning 3.3/2A - Causes serious eye irritation. 3.8/3 - May cause respiratory irritation.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Use personal protective equipment as required.

Response

IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Additional information

Crystalline silica (cristobalite) may be formed in RCF products following sustained high temperature (>1800 Deg F; 982 Deg C) use.