Continental Genuine Turpentine

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 3 substance or mixture ACUTE TOXICITY: ORAL - Category 4 ACUTE TOXICITY: SKIN - Category 4 ACUTE TOXICITY: INHALATION - Category 4 SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category 2 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category 2B SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1 AQUATIC TOXICITY (CHRONIC) - Category 2

Signal word

Warning Hazard statements Flammable liquid and vapour Harmful if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin Harmful if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes eye irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction Toxic 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

Wear protective gloves, eye or face protection, and appropriate clothing. Keep the material away from heat, sparks, open flames, and hot surfaces, and avoid smoking. Use explosion-proof equipment for electrical, ventilation, lighting, and material handling, and only use non-sparking tools. Take measures to prevent static discharge. Keep the container tightly closed and use the product only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid environmental release and inhalation of vapour. Do not eat, drink, or smoke while using this product, and wash hands thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be removed from the workplace.

Response

If Inhaled: Move the affected person to fresh air and ensure they are resting in a comfortable position that allows for easy breathing. If you feel unwell, contact a poison centre or physician immediately. If On Skin (or Hair): Immediately remove all contaminated clothing. Rinse the skin thoroughly with water or take a shower. If skin irritation persists, seek medical attention. If In Eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, ensuring to remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing thoroughly. If eye irritation continues, seek medical attention promptly.

Storage

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

None identified.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 3 substance or mixture ACUTE TOXICITY: ORAL - Category 4 ACUTE TOXICITY: SKIN - Category 4 ACUTE TOXICITY: INHALATION - Category 4 SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category 2 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category 2B SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1 AQUATIC TOXICITY (CHRONIC) - Category 2 SANS 10234: 2007 (GHS) label elements Hazard pictograms : Signal word : Warning Hazard statements : Flammable liquid and vapour. Harmful if swallowed. Harmful in contact with skin. Harmful if inhaled. Causes skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.