3020 Spar Varnish

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview: This product is a clear liquid with a strong solvent odor. Inhalation overexposure to the vapors this product can cause severe respiratory irritation, dizziness, weakness, fatigue, nausea, headache and possible unconsciousness. A component of this product is suspected to be carcinogenic and teratogenic in humans. This product is flammable and can be readily ignited under normal ambient conditions. Vapors of this product may travel to a source of ignition and flashback to a leak or open container. If involved in a fire, this product will release smoke and toxic gases (i.e., carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide). This product is not reactive. Emergency responders must wear proper personal protective equipment suitable for the situation to which they are responding. Routes of Entry: Inhalation, Skin Absorption, Ingestion. Skin Contact. Eye Contact. Inhalation - Can cause severe respiratory irritation, dizziness, weakness, fatigue, nausea, headache and possible unconsciousness. Irritation may be delayed for several hours. Skin Absorbtion - Can be absorbed through the skin but exposure must be extensive before adverse health effects occur. Can be toxic if absorbed through the skin; may cause target organ damage. Minimal hazard in normal industrial use. May cause gastrointestinal discomfort. Ingestion - Aspiration of material into the lungs can cause chemical pneumonitis which can be fatal. Irritating to mouth, throat, and stomach. Can cause abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Skin Contact - Moderately irritation to the skin. Can cause moderate skin irritation, defatting, and dermatitis. Not likely to cause permanent damage. Eye Contact - Can cause moderate irritation, tearing and reddening, but not likely to permanently injure eye tissue. Contact with the eyes may cause moderate to severe eye injury. Temporary vision impairment (cloudy or blurred vision) is possible.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

May aggravate pre-existing skin disorders, respiratory disorders, kidney disease, liver disease, eye disorders, and or gastrointestinal disorders. Carcinogenicity: NTP Carcinogen - None listed IARC Monographs - None listed OSHA Regulated - None listed NIOSH - None listed

Teratogenic Effects

Possible reproductive hazard. A component in this product has been shown to cause birth defects and reproductive disorders in laboratory animals at doses that could be encountered in the workplace. Mutagenicity: No data available to indicate product or any components present at greater than 0.1% is mutagenic.