Kerosene Odorless

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Flammable liquids Category 4 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Central nervous system (CNS). Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Liver. Aspiration Toxicity Category 1

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Danger

Hazard statements

Combustible liquid May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways May cause drowsiness or dizziness May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Prevention

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Keep cool

Response

Get medical attention/advice if you feel unwell Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Do NOT induce vomiting Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Other hazards

Aspiration hazard if swallowed - can enter lungs and cause damage.