VP&C BLACK DYE

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable aerosols : Category 1 Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 4 Skin irritation : Category 2 Serious eye damage : Category 1 Reproductive toxicity : Category 2 Specific target organ : Category 3 (Central nervous system) systemic toxicity - single exposure Specific target organ : Category 2 (Auditory system) systemic toxicity - repeated exposure Specific target organ : Category 2 (Neurologic: other (neuropsychological effects, systemic toxicity - repeated auditory dysfunction and effects on colour vision)) exposure (Inhalation)

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Danger

Hazard statements

Extremely flammable aerosol. Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. May cause damage to organs (Auditory system) through prolonged or repeated exposure. May cause damage to organs (Neurologic: other (neuropsychological effects, auditory dysfunction and effects on colour vision)) through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Do not spray on an open flame or other ignition source. Pressurized container: Do not pierce or burn, even after use. Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Protect from sunlight. Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 °C/ 122 °F.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

None known.