Coghlan’s Thermometer Liquid Fill

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H304

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Classification of product or mixture Note to reader: 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. Precautionary statements that do not apply to this substance in thermometers have been omitted.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable Liquid, Category 3 Aspiration Hazard, Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H226: Flammable liquid and vapour H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways

Prevention

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

Response

P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower if available. P370+P378: In case of fire, use foam, water fog, dry chemical or carbon dioxide to extinguish P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor. P331: Do NOT induce vomiting.

Storage

P403+P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405: Store locked up

Disposal

P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations, following product label directions.

2.3 Other hazards

Material can accumulate a static charge which may cause an ignition. 2.4

Principle Routes of Exposure

Skin Contact: Yes Skin Adsorption: No Eye Contact: Yes. May cause mild eye irritation after extended contact. Ingestion: Yes Inhalation: Yes. Aspiration hazard. Emergency Overview: If thermometers are damaged, a risk of contact with a limited amount of fluid exists. Ensure infants and small children do not place thermometers in mouths. Ingestion may cause entry into airways which may be fatal. Prolonged contact with skin may cause defatting resulting in dryness and cracking. Effects of Short-Term (Acute) Exposure: Inhalation: Do not breathe vapours or combustion products from this fluid. At normal ambient temperatures this product does not produce significant harmful vapours. Skin Contact: There is not acute health effect expected from skin contact with this product. Eye Contact: Minor irritation to the eye may occur in cases of contact. Ingestion: Do not ingest! Immediately contact a POISON CONTROL CENTRE, doctor or nearest hospital for treatment advice. Ingestion may cause aspiration into the airways. In serious cases, it may be fatal. Effects of Long-Term (Chronic) Exposure: Repeated skin contact may cause defatting of the skin resulting in dryness and cracking. No other health effects are anticipated.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Persons with predisposed skin problems may experience rashes and more severe reaction to contact.