C-287 Asphalt Adhesive

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview

Appearance/Odor

Black solid. Slight asphalt odor Inhalation of fumes may cause headache, drowsiness, nausea, and upper respiratory irritation--remove affected individuals to fresh air.

Potential health effects

Summary Asphalt and its fumes can irritate skin, eyes, and upper respiratory tract. Exposure to high levels of asphalt fumes may cause nausea and dizziness. Hot asphalt causes severe thermal burns upon contact with the skin or eyes. Inhalation Dusts of this product may cause irritation of the nose, throat, and respiratory tract. Exposure to vapors or fumes can cause drowsiness, headache and nausea, as well as irritation to upper respiratory tract and eyes. Skin Drying of skin, dermatitis, and blistering may occur following prolonged exposures. Hot asphalt can cause severe thermal burns. Ingestion Swallowing small amounts of this material during normal handling is not likely to cause harmful effects. Swallowing large amounts of this material may cause irritation of the digestive tract. Eyes Temporary irritation (itching) or redness may occur.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Exposure) Respiratory system, skin, and eye. Target Organs Skin, eyes, nose, throat.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

As with any dust, fume or vapor, pre-existing upper respiratory, lung diseases, CNS conditions, or skin diseases may be aggravated.