Kerosene

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard pictograms

Flame - Health Hazard – Exclamation Mark – Environment

Physical hazards

Flammable Liquid (Category 3) Flammable liquid and vapor.

Health hazards

Skin Irritation (Category 2) Causes skin irritation. Eye Irritation (Category 2B) Causes eye irritation. Carcinogenicity (Category 2) Suspected of causing cancer. Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure (Category 3) May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Aspiration hazard

Category 1) May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways

Environmental hazards

Chronic Aquatic Toxicity – Category 2 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Wear eye and face protection. Avoid breathing fumes or mist. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves or clothing. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Do not breathe dust/gas/fume/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify the appropriate source of emergency medical advice. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

In case of fire: Use dry chemical, foam or water fog to extinguish. Do not use direct water stream. If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. See First Aid on this label for specific treatment. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice or attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If swallowed: Immediately get medical attention. Do NOT induce vomiting. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Manufacturer/Supplier or competent authority to select medical advice or attention as appropriate. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify the appropriate source of emergency medical advice. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up

Disposal

Dispose of container or contents in accordance with all regulations. HNOC:* None Known Supplemental Info

NFPA Ratings

Scale 0-4) Health = 0, Fire = 2, Reactivity = 0

HMIS® ratings

Fire 2, Health 1**, Physical 0, **Chronic * Hazard(s) not otherwise classified or not covered by GHS