Asphalt Flux / Extender

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

29 CFR 1910.1200) OSHA/HCS status : This material is not considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Carcinogenicity: Category 2

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Suspected of causing cancer.

Precautionary statements

General : HOT PRODUCT CAN CAUSE BURNS TO SKIN CONTAINS HYDROGEN SULFIDE GAS. MAY BE FATAL IF INHALED GAS MAY EVOLVE FROM THIS MATERIAL AND ACCUMULATE IN CONFINED SPACES. WATER CONTACT CAN CAUSE VIOLENT ERUPTION OF HOT ASPHALT FUMES FROM HOT PRODUCT CAN CAUSE IRRITATION TO THE EYES, SKIN AND RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell. Do NOT induce vomiting. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

None known.