SPECTRUS NX1105

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

******************************************************************************** EMERGENCY OVERVIEW DANGER Corrosive to skin. Absorbed by skin. Potential skin sensitizer. Corrosive to the eyes. Vapors, gases, mists and/or aerosols cause irritation to the upper respiratory tract. Respiratory sensitization may occur. DOT hazard: Corrosive to skin Odor Slight Acid; Appearance Colorless, Liquid Fire fighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus(full face-piece type). Proper fire-extinguishing media: dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam or water ********************************************************************************

Potential health effects

ACUTE SKIN EFFECTS

Principle Routes of Exposure

Corrosive to skin. Absorbed by skin Potential 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. Respiratory sensitization may occur. INGESTION EFFECTS: Highly Toxic; 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 tissue necrosis, primary irritant dermatitis, skin sensitization, and/or allergic respiratory reactions.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Asthma, allergies, skin disorders, and chronic respiratory disease. SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE: Inhalation may cause eye, nose, throat and lung irritation and possible respiratory sensitization or asthma. Skin contact may cause moderate irritation to severe burns and sensitization.