Kerosene

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H304, H315, H351, H401, H402

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 3 (H226) CARCINOGENICITY - Category 2 (H351) SKIN IRRITANT – Category 2 (H315)

Aspiration hazard

Category 1 (H304) AQUATIC HAZARD (ACUTE) - Category 2 (H401) AQUATIC HAZARD (LONG-TERM) - Category 2 (H402)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor. Suspected of causing cancer. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

General : Read label before use. Keep out of reach of children. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use personal protective equipment as required. Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting and all material-handling equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower.

Storage

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

Disposal

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

2.3 Other hazards

None known.