Paint Stripper

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Hazardous according to the criteria of Worksafe Australia.

Hazard categories

C. Corrosive. Xi. Irritant.

Hazard statements

R40 (3) Possible risks of irreversible effects. R20/22 Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin.

Precautionary statements

S2. Keep out of reach of children. S23 Do not breathe vapour. S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and skin. S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. Hazchem Code: 2Z

ADG classification

6.1

UN Number

1593 Packing Group: III Poisons Schedule: S5 Emergency Overview Physical Description & colour: Pearlised thick liquid Odour: Sweet odour.

Health hazards

Causes severe burns to eyes. Skin irritant.

Potential health effects

Inhalation: Short term exposure: Unlikely to be irritating to respiratory tract, unless present as an aerosol. Long Term exposure: No data. Skin Contact: Short term exposure: Product will cause irritation. Long Term exposure: Likely to cause contact dermatitis. Corrosive to skin. Eye Contact: Short term exposure: Severe eye irritant. Long Term exposure: Can result in permanent injury. Ingestion: Can result in nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, swelling of the larynx and subsequent suffocation, cardiovascular collapse and coma. Carcinogen Status: Category 3 Carcinogen, Worksafe Australia - substances suspected of having carcinogenic potential on humans but in respect of which the available information is not adequate for making a satisfactory assessment NOHSC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NOHSC. NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP. IARC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic to humans.