Thurmalox 230

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 Classification of the chemical White liquid. Solvent odor

Precautionary statements

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical and ventilating equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Do not breathe vapours or spray mist. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection.

Response

If exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice. If on skin (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide or dry chemical to extinguish.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Burning produces obnoxious and toxic fumes. Direct eye contact may cause slight or mild, transient irritation. Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, and diarrhea. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause drying, cracking and defatting of the skin. Environmental precautions: Avoid release to the environment. See ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION, Section 12.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

White liquid. Solvent odor. This material is classified as hazardous under U.S. OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200) (Hazcom 2012) and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015). Flammable Liquid - Category 3 Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Single Exposure -Category 3 (respiratory) Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Single Exposure - Category 3 narcotic effects Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Repeated Exposure - Category 2 (CNS) Skin Irritation - Category 2 Carcinogen - Category 2 Reproductive Toxicity - Category 2 Hazard pictogram(s) GHS-02 Flame GHS-07 Exclamation Mark GHS-08 Health Hazard WARNING! Hazard statement(s) Flammable liquid and vapor. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness and dizziness. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Causes skin irritation. Suspected of causing cancer. Suspected of damaging the unborn child.