PROCHEM 4H2

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

******************************************************************************** EMERGENCY OVERVIEW DANGER Corrosive. Absorbed by skin. Skin sensitizer. Corrosive to the eyes. Vapors, gases, mists and/or aerosols cause irritation to the upper respiratory tract. Prolonged exposure may cause dizziness and headache. DOT hazard: Corrosive to skin, Flammable Odor Aromatic; Appearance Colorless To Black, Liquid Fire fighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus(full face-piece type). Proper fire-extinguishing media: dry chemical, carbon dioxide or foam--Avoid water if possible. ********************************************************************************

Potential health effects

ACUTE SKIN EFFECTS

Principle Routes of Exposure

Corrosive. Absorbed by skin. Skin sensitizer. ACUTE EYE EFFECTS: Corrosive to the eyes. ACUTE RESPIRATORY EFFECTS: Primary route of exposure;Vapors, gases, mists and/or aerosols cause irritation to the upper respiratory tract. Prolonged exposure may cause dizziness and headache. INGESTION EFFECTS: May cause severe irritation or burning of mouth, throat, and gastrointestinal tract with severe chest and abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy and collapse. Possible death when ingested in large doses or aspirated. TARGET ORGANS: Prolonged or repeated exposures may cause skin sensitization, tissue necrosis, and/or toxicity to the kidney and nervous system. Product or product component may increase the risk of cancer.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Not known. SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE: Causes severe irritation, burns or tissue ulceration with subsequent scarring. May cause cyanosis and/or gangrenous ulcerations of skin.