S8000

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This material is classified as hazardous according to criteria in the Hazardous Substances (Minimum Degrees of Hazard) Regulations 2001 and has been classified according to the Hazardous Substances (Classifications) Regulations 2001. This material is classified as DANGEROUS GOODS according to criteria in New Zealand Standard 5433:2012 Transport of Dangerous Goods on Land.

HSNO Classifications

3.1 - FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category C 6.1 - ACUTE TOXICITY (oral) - Category E 6.3 - SKIN IRRITATION - Category B 6.4 - EYE IRRITATION - Category A (Irritant)

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapour. May be harmful if swallowed. Causes mild skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. S8000

Prevention

Wear protective gloves > 8 hours (breakthrough time) polyethylene/ethylene vinyl alcohol (PE/EVAL); 1 - 4 hours (breakthrough time): nitrile rubber. Wear eye or face protection. Keep away from ignition sources such as heat/sparks/open flame. - No smoking. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting and all material- handling equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Keep container tightly closed. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Response

IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

None known.