NeutraFect

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Direct contact may produce Overview severe eye and skin irritation and/or burns and possible irreversible damage. Solvent vapors or mists of product can produce irritation of the mucous membranes. Ingestion can produce immediate burning pain in the mouth, throat and abdomen; severe swelling of the larynx; skeletal muscle paralysis affecting the ability to breathe; circulatory shock; and/or convulsions.

Potential health effects

Skin: May cause corrosive burns. Brief exposures may cause irritation and defatting of the skin. Exposures not promptly washed off may lead to toxic effects similar to ingestion. Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Eyes: Causes severe irritation and/or burns and may result in permanent injury to eyes including blindness. Inhalation: Mists and vapors can irritate the throat and respiratory tract. High vapor concentrations may cause central nervous system effects. Symptoms may include headaches, dizziness, and drowsiness. Harmful if inhaled. Ingestion: Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal irritation, swelling of the larynx, difficulty in breathing, circulatory shock, convulsions and possibly death. Chronic: Ingestion of ethanol by pregnant women can cause reproductive toxicity to the fetus.