Odourless Mineral Spirits

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Clear colourless liquid. Mild odour. This material is classified as hazardous under U.S. OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200) (Hazcom 2012) and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015). Flammable Liquid - Category 3 Aspiration toxicity: Category 1

Signal word

DANGER!

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapour. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.

Precautionary statements

Keep away from heat, open flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical and ventilating equipment. Use non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If swallowed: Immediately call a poison center/doctor. Do NOT induce vomiting. In case of fire: Use water fog, dry chemical, CO2 or ‘alcohol’ foam to extinguish. Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulation.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Ingestion may cause irritation of the mouth, throat and stomach. Contact with eyes may cause irritation. Direct skin contact may cause slight or mild, transient irritation. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause drying, cracking and defatting of the skin. Environmental precautions : Avoid release to the environment. See ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION, Section 12.