MINERAL SPIRITS

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Carcinogenicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Aspiration toxicity Category 1 Flammable liquids Category 3

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

May cause cancer Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Flammable liquid and vapor Appearance liquid Odor solvent

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Do not breathe dust/fume/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces, no smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge

Response

If exposed or concerned get medical attention Skin If on skin (or hair) take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water Ingestion If swallowed immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician Do NOT induce vomiting Fire In case of fire use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool

Precautionary statements

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

2.3 Other hazards

Not Applicable

Further information

No information available