Engen Heavy Fuel Oil

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Emergency response data Dark brown Liquid. Flammable. The product can form flammable mixtures or will burn on heating above the flashpoint. However, contaminations by hydrocarbons of higher volatility may increase the hazard. DOT ERG No. : 128

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Health Acute inhalation toxicity

Hazard categories

3. Toxic if inhaled Danger Acute oral toxicity 4. Harmful if swallowed Warning Skin irritation 2. Irritation or more serious skin disorders Warning Eye irritation 2B. Irritant Warning Carcinogenicity 2. Under conditions of poor hygiene and long Warning term exposure, this product should be considered a human carcinogen. Reproductive toxicity 2. May adversely affect foetal development Warning 2. Causes damage to organs Warning Environmental Aquatic toxicity 3. May cause long-term adverse effects in the Warning aquatic environment. Physical Flammability 3. Flammable liquid and vapour Warning

Teratogenic Effects

STOT - repeated exposure

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapour. Fumes from heated product may cause eye and lung irritation. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Harmful in contact with skin. Under conditions of poor hygiene, prolonged skin contact may produce serious toxic effects including skin cancer, liver damage, blood effects and effects on unborn.

Precautionary statements

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Prevention

Do not breathe vapours. Wash exposed skin after handling this product. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

IN CASE OF FIRE use Carbon dioxide, foam or dry chemical for extinction. IF INHALED Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.

Disposal

Do not discharge into lakes, streams, ponds and ground water supply. See Section 11 for further health effects/toxicological data.