HEAVY FUEL OIL COMPONENT

Hazard statements (CLP)

H332, H350, H361, H373, H410

Code

Statements

H332

Harmful if inhaled

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This material is hazardous according to UN GHS Criteria. Classification includes all GHS hazard classes. For hazard categories with two cut-off/concentration limits, classification was based on the higher limit. GHS CLASSIFICATION Acute inhalation toxicant: Category 4 Carcinogen: Category 1B Reproductive toxicant (developmental): Category 2 Specific target organ toxicant (repeated exposure): Category 2 Acute aquatic toxicant: Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicant: Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Health H332 Harmful if inhaled. H350 May cause cancer. H361 Suspected of damaging the unborn child H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Environmental H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 Do not breathe mist / vapours. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well- ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves and eye / face protection.

Response

P304 + P340 IF INHALED Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned Get medical advice/attention. P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P391: Collect spillage.

Storage

P405 Store locked up

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations

Contains

Gas oils (petroleum), heavy vacuum

Other physicochemical hazards

Thermal burn hazard - contact with hot material may cause thermal burns.

Health hazards

High-pressure injection under skin may cause serious damage. Hydrogen sulphide, a highly toxic gas, may be present. Signs and symptoms of overexposure to hydrogen sulphide include respiratory and eye irritation, dizziness, nausea, coughing, a sensation of dryness and pain in the nose, and loss of consciousness. Odour does not provide a reliable indicator of the presence of hazardous levels in the atmosphere. May be irritating to the eyes, nose, throat, and lungs. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.

Environmental hazards

No additional hazards. NOTE: This material should not be used for any other purpose than the intended use in Section 1 without expert advice. Health studies have shown that chemical exposure may cause potential human health risks which may vary from person to person.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute inhalation toxicant: Category 4. Carcinogen: Category 1B. Reproductive toxicant (developmental): Category 2. Specific target organ toxicant (repeated exposure): Category 2. Acute aquatic toxicant: Category 1. Chronic aquatic toxicant: Category 1.