Diesel Fuel All Types

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable Liquids - Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation – Category 2 Germ Cell Mutagenicity – Category 2 Carcinogenicity - Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) - Category 3 (respiratory irritation, narcosis)

Aspiration hazard

Category 1 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment, Acute Hazard – Category 3

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor. Causes skin irritation. Suspected of causing genetic defects. Suspected of causing cancer. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Harmful to aquatic life.

Prevention

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. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face p rotection. Wash hands and forearms thoroughly a fter handling. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions h ave been read and understood. A void breathing fume/mist/vapours/spray.

Response

In case of fire: Use water spray, fog or foam to extinguish. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Wash with plenty of soap and water. Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. IF INHALED : Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. If swallowed: Immediately call a poison center or doctor. D o NOT induce vomiting. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place . Keep cool. Keep container tig htly closed. S tore locked up.

Disposal

Dispo se of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.