EPA175

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 3

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category 2 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1 ACUTE AQUATIC HAZARD - Category 1 LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD - Category 1

Signal word

Flammable liquid and vapour.

Hazard statements

Causes serious eye irritation. Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection. Keep away from heat, hot

Prevention

surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting and all material-handling equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid release to the environment. Avoid breathing vapour. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Collect spillage. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated

Response

clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical attention. IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical attention. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Storage

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national

Disposal

and international regulations. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate.

Supplemental label elements

elements None known.