MS 300 Mineral Spirits

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable Liquids, Category 3 Aspiration Hazard, Category 1 Acute Toxicity Inhalation, Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation, Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation, Category 2A Carcinogenicity, Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure) [narcotic effects], Category 3 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (repeated exposure0 [central nervous system (CNS)], Category 2

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Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor. Harmful if inhaled. Causes serious eye irritation. Causes skin irritation. Suspected of causing cancer. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. May cause drowsiness and dizziness. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. (central nervous system CNS)).

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 and hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment. Use only non‐sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Do not breathe mist, vapors or spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well ventilated area. Wear gloves, protective clothing and eye protection.

Response

If swallowed immediately call poison center or doctor. If on skin or hair, take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If inhaled, remove to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Do not induce vomiting. If skin irritation occurs, get medical attention/advice. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. In case of fire use dry chemical, CO2, water spray or foam to extinguish. If in eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if easy to do so. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists, get medical attention.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

No applicable information was found.

Ingredient(s) with unknown acute toxicity

None. This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, (29 CFR 1910.1200)