70-03A Color Series

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA space Emergency overview Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Methyl alcohol is formed during curing. Provide ventilation adequate to control vapor exposure within inhalation guidelines when handling. space

Potential health effects

Eyes space This product may cause irritation to the eyes. Skin This product may cause irritation to the skin. space Inhalation This product may cause irritation to the respiratory system. Methyl alcohol is formed during curing. Use with adequate ventilation. Repeated inhalation may be harmful; lung irritation and serious central nervous system disorders may result. Inhalation of vapours in high concentration can cause narcotic effects and metabolic acidosis. space Ingestion Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Ingestion of this product may result in central nervous system effects including headache, sleepiness, dizziness, slurred speech and blurred vision. Small amounts of this product, if aspirated into the lungs, may cause mild to severe pulmonary injury. space Target organs Central nervous system. Kidneys and Liver. space Signs and symptoms Inhalation of Methyl alcohol vapors in high concentrations may cause nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, headache, dizziness, shortness of breathe, weakness, fatigue, leg cramps, restlessness, confusion, drunken behavior, visual disturbances, drowsiness, coma, and death. Visual effects may include blurred vision, diplopia, changes in color perception, restriction of visual fields, and complete blindness. Ingestion of moderate quantities of Methyl alcohol