CONTINENTAL Benzine

Hazard statements (CLP)

H304, H315

Code

Statements

H304

May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 2 SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category2 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category2B TOXIC TO REPRODUCTION [Fertility] - Category 2 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED EXPOSURE) - Category2

Aspiration hazard

Category 1 AQUATIC TOXICITY (CHRONIC) - Category3

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Causes skin and eye irritation. Suspected of damaging fertility. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. May cause organ damage with prolonged exposure. Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects. Suspect cancer hazard. Contains material, which can cause cancer. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of exposure

Precautionary statements

Read label before use. Always keep out of reach of children. If medical advice is General needed, have product container or label at hand. Version 1 14/03/2024 CONTINENTAL BENZENE

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Refrain from eating, drinking, or smoking during use and ensure adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat, fames, and sparks. Use explosion proof electrical equipment and tools and take appropriate measures against static discharge. When handling, wear appropriate protective equipment such as gloves, eye protection, and a respirator. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid release to the environment. Do not breathe vapor. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

Response

In case of eye contact, rinse with water and seek medical attention if symptoms persist. If on skin, remove contaminated clothing, wash with soapy water, and seek medical assistance if symptoms persist. If swallowed, rinse out mouth and do not induce vomiting; seek immediate medical assistance. If inhaled, move to fresh air. Seek medical assistance if symptoms persist. If medical advice is needed, have product packaging at hand. National poison centre 0861 555 777

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.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Substance/mixture Mixture Other means of None. identification CAS number/other identifiers CAS number Not applicable. EC number Mixture. Product code Not available. Ingredient name CAS number Solvent naphtha (petroleum), light aliphatic petroleum solvent 85 64742-89-8 n-hexane 15 110-54-3 There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hencerequire reporting in this section. Occupational exposure limits, if available, are listed in Section8. Description of necessary first aid measures Eye contact In case of eye contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Remove any contact lenses and continue rinsing for at least 10 minutes. Seek medical attention promptly. Inhalation For inhalation, move the victim to fresh air and keep them at rest in a comfortable position for breathing. If breathing is irregular or stops, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. Avoid mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if it may be dangerous to the person providing aid. Seek medical attention immediately. If the victim is unconscious, place them in the recovery position, maintain an open airway, and loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt, or waistband. Volume: 1 01/08/2024 CONTINENTAL BENZENE Skin contact For skin contact, flush the affected area with plenty of water and remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Continue rinsing for at least 10 minutes and seek medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse and clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Ingestion For ingestion, get medical attention immediately and call a poison center or physician. Rinse the mouth with water and remove any dentures. Move the person to fresh air and keep them at rest in a comfortable position for breathing. If the material has been swallowed and the person is conscious, give small amounts of water to drink but stop if they feel sick, as vomiting may be dangerous. This substance is an aspiration hazard and can cause lung damage if swallowed. Do not induce vomiting; if vomiting occurs, keep the head low to prevent vomit from entering the lungs. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If unconscious, place the person in the recovery position, maintain an open airway, and seek medical attention immediately. Loosen any tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt, or waistband. Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed

Potential Acute Health Effects

Eye contact Causes serious eye irritation. Inhalation Extremely hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant). May be fatal if Skin contact inhaled. Ingestion Causes skin irritation. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Irritating to mouth, throat and stomach. Over-exposure signs/symptoms CNS depression, headaches, dizziness, nausea, vomiting. NOTE: Aspiration hazard. May be aspirated into lungs if swallowed or during vomiting, this could be fatal. Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, ifnecessary Notes to physician Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large quantities have been ingested or inhaled. Specific treatments No specific treatment. Protection of first-aiders No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouthresuscitation. See toxicological information (Section 11) Volume: 1 01/08/2024 CONTINENTAL BENZENE Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray (fog) or foam. media Unsuitable extinguishing Do not use water jet. media Specific hazards arising Highly flammable liquid and vapor. When exposed to fire or heat, pressure may build from the chemical up, causing the container to burst and potentially lead to an explosion. Runoff into sewers can create fire or explosion hazards. This material poses a long-term threat to aquatic life. Contaminated fire water must be contained and prevented from entering waterways, sewers, or drains. Hazardous thermal Decomposition products may include the following materials: carbon dioxide decomposition products carbon monoxide Special protective actions Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if for fire-fighters there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Move containers from fire area if this can be done without risk. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Special protective Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained equipment for fire-fighters breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergencyprocedures For non-emergency No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. personnel Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Shut off all ignitionsources. No flares, smoking or flames in hazard area. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation isinadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment. For emergency responders If specialised clothing is required to deal with the spillage, take note of any information in Section 8 on suitable and unsuitable materials. See alsothe information in "For non-emergencypersonnel". Environmental precautions Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has causedenvironmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air). Water polluting material. May be harmful to the environment if released in largequantities. Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up Small spill Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Dilute with water and mop up if water-soluble. Alternatively, or if water-insoluble, absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposalcontractor. Large spill Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Approach release from upwind. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Wash spillages into an effluent treatment plant or proceed as follows. Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible, absorbent material e.g. sand, earth,vermiculite or diatomaceous earth and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13). Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Contaminatedabsorbent material may pose the same hazard as the spilled product. Note: see section 1 for emergency contact information and section 13 for wastedisposal. Volume: 1 01/08/2024 CONTINENTAL BENZENE Precautions for safe Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Eating, drinking, and handling smoking are prohibited in areas where this material is handled, stored, or processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating, drinking, or smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before entering eating areas. Avoid exposure and follow special instructions before use. Avoid exposure during pregnancy. Ensure all safety precautions are read and understood before handling. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not breathe vapor or mist. Do not swallow. Prevent release into the environment. Use only with adequate ventilation and wear an appropriate respirator if ventilation is insufficient. Do not enter storage areas or confined spaces unless adequately ventilated. Keep the material in its original container or an approved alternative made from a compatible material, and keep it tightly closed when not in use. Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flames, or any other ignition sources. Use explosion-proof electrical (ventilating, lighting, and material handling) equipment and only non-sparking tools. Take measures to prevent electrostatic discharges. Empty containers retain product residue and can be hazardous. Do not reuse the container. Conditions for safe storage, Store according to local regulations in a designated and approved area. Keep the including any original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated incompatibilities space, away from incompatible materials (see section 10), food, and drink. Ensure the storage area is locked. Eliminate all ignition sources and keep the material separate from oxidizing substances. Keep the container tightly closed and sealed until use. Carefully reseal opened containers and keep them upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabeled containers and use appropriate containment to prevent environmental contamination. Control parameters Occupational exposure limits Ingredient name Exposure limits n-hexane Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (South Africa) TWA OEL RL 20 ppm TWA OEL RL 70 mg/m³ Recommended monitoring If this product contains ingredients with exposure limits, personal, workplace procedures atmosphere or biological monitoring may be required to determine the effectiveness of the ventilation or other control measures and/or the necessity to use respiratory protective equipment. Appropriate engineering Ensure adequate ventilation during use. Employ process enclosures, local exhaust controls ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne contaminant levels below any recommended or statutory limits. These controls should also maintain gas, vapor, or dust concentrations below any lower explosive limits. Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment. Environmental exposure controls Check emissions from ventilation or work process equipment to ensure compliance with environmental protection legislation. In some cases, it may be necessary to use fume scrubbers, filters, or make engineering modifications to the process equipment to reduce emissions to acceptable levels. Individual protection measures Hygiene measures Thoroughly wash hands, forearms, and face after handling chemical products, before eating, smoking, using the lavatory, and at the end of the working period. Use appropriate techniques to remove potentially contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation. Volume: 1 01/08/2024 CONTINENTAL BENZENE Eye/face protection Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists, gases or dusts. Skin protection Hand protection Wear chemical-resistant, impervious gloves that comply with an approved standard at all times when handling chemical products, if a risk assessment deems it necessary. Body protection Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task and associated risks and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product. Other skin protection Choose appropriate footwear and any additional skin protection measures based on the task and risks involved, with specialist approval. Respiratory protection Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator that complies with an approved standard if a risk assessment indicates it is necessary. Respirator selection must consider known or anticipated exposure levels, the product's hazards, and the selected respirator's safe working limits. Appearance Physical state Liquid. Color Colorless. Odor Solvent. Odor threshold Not available. pH Not available. Melting point Not available. Boiling point 59 °C (138.2 °F) Flash point Closed cup: -18 to 23°C (-0.4 to 73.4°F) Burning time Not applicable. Burning rate Not applicable. Evaporation rate Not available. Flammability (solid, gas) Not available. Lower and upper explosive Not available. (flammable) limits Vapor pressure 15.3 kPa (115 mm Hg) [20°C] Vapor density Not available. Relative density Not available. Solubility Insoluble in the following materials: cold water and hot water.