Asphalt/Bitumen

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

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Hazards and Precautions Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled. May be harmful in contact with skin. Contact with hot asphalt will cause thermal burns. Exposure to vapors may cause respiratory tract irritation. Product may contain or release poisonous hydrogen Sulfide gas. Inhalation of vapors or mists may cause central nervous system depression, light-headedness, dizziness, headache, nausea and loss of coordination. May cause eye irritation. Water contact with hot materials can cause violent eruption

Prevention

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. This product contains petroleum asphalt. Petroleum asphalt is not listed as a carcinogen by

Response

IF exposed or if you feel unwell: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. If hot asphalt gets on skin, immediately immerse in water for up to 10 minutes. No attempt should be made to remove asphalt from skin in the field. Get medical attention immediately. Physical Form  Liquid (heated) Solid – cooled state Color  Black Odor  Mild Hydrocarbon. Flash Point  > 400°F(> 204.44°C) OC (Open Cup)

Potential health effects

Inhalation Acute (Immediate)  May cause irritation. May be harmful if inhaled. Chronic (Delayed)  Repeated and prolonged exposure may be harmful. Skin Acute  Normal use of this material can be at elevated temperatures. Contact with hot product will cause (Immediate) severe burns to the skin. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. May cause irritation. Chronic  Repeated and prolonged exposure may cause dermatitis. May be harmful if absorbed through the (Delayed) skin. Eye Acute (Immediate)  May cause burning and redness or swelling of the eyes. May cause irritation. Chronic (Delayed)  Repeated and prolonged exposure may cause irritation. Ingestion Acute (Immediate)  May be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Chronic (Delayed)  Repeated and prolonged exposure may be harmful. Carcinogenic Effects  See Section 11 - Toxicological Information. Carcinogenic Effects CAS IARC NTP Group 2B-Possible Carcinogen Asphalt 8052-42-4 Under Consideration Group 3-Not Classifiable See Section 12 for Ecological Information.