Paslode Degreaser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Principle Routes of Exposure

Skin contact, Eye contact, Inhalation, Ingestion

Potential health effects

EYE CONTACT: Product may cause transient mild eye irritation with short term contact with liquid sprays or mists. Symptoms include: stinging, watering, redness, and swelling. SKIN CONTACT: Product can cause skin irritation. Severity or irritation will depend on the amount or material that is applied to the skin and the speed and thoroughness that it is removed. Symptoms include: redness, itching, and burning of the skin. Repeated or prolonged skin contact can produce dermatitis. INGESTION: If swallowed, this material may irritate mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, and esophagus. It can be readily absorbed by the stomach and intestinal tract. Symptoms include: a burning sensation of the mouth and esophagus, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, staggering gait, drowsiness, loss of consciousness and delirium, as well as additional central nervous system effects. INHALATION: Breathing high concentrations may be harmful. Mist or vapor can irritate the throat and lungs. Breathing this material may cause central nervous system depression with symptoms including: nausea, headache, dizziness, fatigue, drowsiness, or unconsciousness. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling this product may be harmful or fatal.