CITGO Lithoplex HM Grease No. 0

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Also see Emergency Overview and Hazard Ratings on the top of Page 1 of this MSDS. Major Route(s) of Entry Skin contact. Signs and Symptoms of Acute Exposure Inhalation No significant adverse health effects are expected to occur upon short-term exposure at ambient temperatures. At elevated temperatures, product vapor may cause respiratory tract irritation. Repeated or prolonged overexposure to product mists can result in respiratory tract inflammation and an increased risk of infection. Eye Contact This product can cause transient mild eye irritation with short-term contact with liquid sprays or mists. Symptoms include stinging, watering, redness, and swelling. Skin Contact This material can cause mild skin irritation from prolonged or repeated skin contact. Injection under the skin can cause inflammation and swelling. Injection of pressurized hydrocarbons can cause severe, permanent tissue damage. Initial symptoms may be minor. Injection of petroleum hydrocarbons requires immediate medical attention. Skin contact with hot material may result in severe burns. Ingestion This material can cause a laxative effect. If swallowed in large quantities, this material can obstruct the intestine.

Potential chronic health

Summary This product contains a petroleum-based mineral oil. Prolonged or repeated skin contact can cause mild irritation and inflammation characterized by drying, cracking, (dermatitis) or oil acne. Repeated or prolonged inhalation of petroleum-based mineral oil mists at concentrations above applicable workplace exposure levels can cause respiratory irritation or other pulmonary effects. Conditions Aggravated by Exposure Target Organs Carcinogenic Potential Disorders of the following organs or organ systems that may be aggravated by significant exposure to this material or its components include: Skin May cause damage to the following organs: skin. This product is not known to contain any components at concentrations above 0.1% which