Coghlan’s Fire Paste 8607

Hazard statements (CLP)

H228

Code

Statements

H228

Flammable solid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Classification of product or mixture This product in an untested mixture and GHS classification is based on the classification of the ingredients and their concentrations. Proprietary ingredients, if any, do NOT exhibit any health effects not listed in this SDS.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable Solid, Category 2

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H228: Flammable Solid

Prevention

P210: Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P280: Wear protective gloves and clothing

Response

P370+P378: In case of fire use water as first choice. Sand, earth, dry chemical, foam or CO2 may be used to extinguish.

Storage

None

Disposal

None.

2.3 Other hazards

When igniting fire paste, danger of skin burns may occur. 2.4

Principle Routes of Exposure

Skin Contact: Yes Skin Absorption: Yes Eye Contact: Yes Ingestion: Yes Inhalation: Yes Emergency Overview: When igniting the fire paste, care must be taken to prevent injury by burns to skin and eyes. When burned, fumes and smoke may be irritating to the respiratory tract. Inhalation of vapours from this product are harmful acutely and chronically. Effects of Short-Term (Acute) Exposure: Inhalation: The burning of this product will release gaseous compounds that are irritating to the respiratory tract. Inhalation of product vapours may result in drowsiness or dizziness Skin Contact: This product contains compounds which may cause skin irritation, causing redness and/or rash to occur. Skin contact with ignited product will cause significant burns. Skin rash may occur quickly in persons predisposed to skin problems. Wash hands after handling this product to prevent residue from being ingested by touching mouth. Unprotected skin may absorb ingredients from this product causing dizziness or drowsiness. Eye Contact: Smoke or vapours from the burning product may cause transient eye discomfort. Ingestion: Accidental ingestion is unlikely due to form of product. If product is ingested, compounds in this paste have target organ effects possibly causing depression of the central nervous system and damage to target organs. Immediately contact a POISON CONTROL CENTER, doctor or nearest hospital for treatment advice. Effects of Long-Term (Chronic) Exposure: Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause defatting, redness and cracking.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Persons who have a predisposition to skin problems may experience skin irritation. First signs of an adverse reaction may result in itchy skin.