Ster-O-Kem 8

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview: Concentrate can cause damage to the eyes and is irritating to the skin. A one ounce per gallon use dilution (ready-to-use) is irritating to the eyes and mildly irritating to the skin. Inhalation of mist or excessive inhalation of vapors may cause irritation. Product is water based and does not burn. Product has a low pH and more than 4 gallons should not be allowed into sanitary sewers without neutralizing. A colorless, clear liquid with a slight odor.

Health hazards

Corrosive, Irritant

Physical hazards

None

Principle Routes of Exposure

X Through Skin X Inhalation X Ingestion

Potential health effects

Eyes - Concentrate causes severe irritation and moderate damage. Dilutions cause moderate to severe irritation. Skin - Concentrate causes irritation and redness; possibly damage with prolonged contact. Brief contact has little or no effect when rinsed off promptly. Dilutions may cause irritation and redness. Swallowing - causes irritation and burns to mucous membranes. Breathing - excessive inhalation of vapors or inhalation of sprayer mist may cause irritation of the nose, throat and respiratory passages. Excessive inhalation of mist causes coughing which may persist for 15 to 30 minutes after moving to fresh air.