Diesel Low Sulfur

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable Liquid - Category 3 Skin Irritation - Category 2 Eye Irritation - Category 2B

Aspiration hazard

Category 1 Carcinogenicity- Category 2 Acute Toxicity - Inhalation - Category 4 Chronic Aquatic Toxicity- Category 2

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Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways - do not siphon diesel by mouth. Causes skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. Suspected of causing skin cancer if repeated and prolonged skin contact occurs. Suspected of causing cancer in the respiratory system if repeated and prolonged over-exposure by inhalation occurs. May cause damage to liver, kidneys and nervous system by repeated and prolonged inhalation. Diesel (ULSD) Toxic if inhaled. May cause drowsiness or dizziness by inhalation. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, welding and hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground and/or bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical equipment. Use only non-sparking tools if tools are used in flammable atmosphere. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Wear gloves, eye protection and face protection as needed to prevent skin and eye contact with liquid. Wash hands or liquid-contacted skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. A void breathing vapors or mists. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Response

In case of fire: Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray or fire fighting foam to extinguish. If swallowed: Immediately call a poison center, doctor, hospital emergency room, medical clinic or 911. Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. If in eye: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If skin or eye irritation persists, get medical attention. ff inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call or doctor or emergency medical provider. See Section 4 and Section 11 for medical treatment information.

Storage

Store in a well ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up. Keep container tightly closed . Use only approved containers.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/containers to approved disposal site in accordance with local, regional, national, and/or international regulations.