AGIP SIGMA ULTRA PLUS TFE (SAE 10W-40)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

3.0 General informations:

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

The product is not classified as dangerous according to the criteria set by the European Union. 3.1 Physical-chemical dangers: Important hazards: Product with a low risk of fire. It can create flammable mixtures or burn only if heated above its flash point. 3.2 Dangers for human health: Skin contact: Prolonged and repeated skin contact, especially if hygiene practices are poor, may cause reddening, irritation and dermatitis. Eye contact: Contact with eyes may cause reddening and irritation. Ingestion: Accidental ingestion of small quantities of the product may cause nausea, discomfort and gastric disturbances. Taking into account the taste and smell of the product, however, ingestion of dangerous quantites is very unlikely. Inhalation: This product has a low vapour pressure, and in normal conditions at ambient temperature the concentration in the air is negligible. A significant concentration may build up only if the product is used at high temperature, or in case of sprays and mists. In these cases overexposure to vapours (e.g. through prolonged use in confined insufficiently ventilated spaces) may cause irritation to airways, nausea and dizziness. Aspiration of liquid into the lungs: The aspiration of small amounts of petroleum substances into the lungs may cause a chemical pneumonia. Taking into account the characteristics of the product, however, this possibility is unlikely.

Further information

Any substance, in case of accidents involving pressurized circuits and the like, may be accidentally injected under the skin, even without external damage. In such a case, the victim should be brought to an hospital as soon as possible, to get specialized medical treatment.

Environmental hazards

Important hazards: This product is not classified as dangerous to the environment, according to the criteria set by the EU.