Thurmalox 230C

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Colored 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 Liquids - Category 3 Skin Irritation - Category 2 Eye Damage/Irritation - Category 2B Carcinogenicity- Category 2 Reproductive Toxicity - Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Single Exposure -Category 3 (respiratory) Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Single Exposure - Category 3 narcotic effects

Signal word

Warning.

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapour. Causes skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. Suspected of causing cancer. Suspected of damaging the unborn child. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness and dizziness.

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 and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing vapors or mists. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: get medical advice/attention. IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use water fog, dry chemical, CO2 or ‘alcohol’ foam for extinction. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

No OSHA defined hazard classes.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

May be sensitive to static discharge. Burning produces obnoxious and toxic fumes. Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, and diarrhea. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause drying, cracking and defatting of the skin.