T/S Paint Stripper

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard statements

HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the Criteria of NOHSC, and the ADG Code. CHEMWATCH HAZARD RATINGS Flammability Toxicity Body Contact Reactivity Chronic SCALE: Min/Nil=0 Low=1 Moderate=2 High=3 Extreme=4 Page 2 of 30 RISK ■ Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. ■ Irritating to skin. ■ Toxic: Danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. ■ Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. ■ Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long- term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. ■ Cumulative effects may result following exposure*. ■ May produce discomfort of the eyes and respiratory tract*. ■ May affect fertility*. ■ Repeated exposure potentially causes skin dryness and cracking*. ■ Vapours potentially cause drowsiness and dizziness*. * (limited evidence). SAFETY • Keep locked up. • Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray. • Avoid contact with skin. • Avoid contact with eyes. • Wear suitable protective clothing. • In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. • Wear suitable gloves. • Wear eye/face protection. • Use only in well ventilated areas. • Keep container in a well ventilated place. • Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. • To clean the floor and all objects contaminated by this material, use water and detergent. • Keep container tightly closed. • This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. • Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. • Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. • In case of contact with eyes, rinse with plenty of water and contact Doctor or Poisons Information Centre. disposed of as hazardous waste. • In case of accident by inhalation: remove casualty to fresh air and keep at rest. Page 3 of 30