Thurmalox 280

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Silver liquid. Solvent odor. Flammable Liquids - Category 2 Skin Irritation - Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation - Category 2A Reproductive Toxicity - Category 2 Carcinogen - Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Single Exposure - Category 3 narcotic effects Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Single Exposure -Category 3 (respiratory) Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Repeated Exposure - Category 2 (CNS)

Most important adverse effects

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).

Signal word

DANGER!

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. Suspected of damaging the unborn child. Suspected of causing cancer. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Precautionary statements

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat, open flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Do not breathe mist or vapor. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection. If exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation occurs, get medical advice/attention. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. 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. In case of fire: Use water fog, dry chemical, CO2 or ‘alcohol’ foam for extinction. Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulation.

2.3 Other hazards

No OSHA defined hazard classes.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Burning produces obnoxious and toxic fumes. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Environmental precautions: Avoid release to the environment. See ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION, Section 12.