SDS for Hot Mixed Asphalt

Hazard statements (CLP)

H350i

Code

Statements

H350i

May cause cancer by inhalation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

HAZARD CLASSIFICATION Category 1A Carcinogen Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (STOT) following repeated exposures Category 1 Eye Damage Category 2 Skin Irritant SIGNAL WORD: DANGER HAZARD STATEMENTS May cause cancer by inhalation Causes damage to lungs, kidneys and autoimmune system through prolonged or repeated exposure by inhalation Causes skin irritation and serious eye damage

Precautionary statements

Do not handle until the safety information presented in this SDS has been read and understood. Do not breathe dusts or mists. Do not eat, drink or smoke while manually handling this product. Wash skin thoroughly after manually handling. If on skin: In case of contact with hot product, quickly remove contaminated clothing and cool immediately by immersing the impacted skin in cool water to limit tissue damage and prevent spread of liquid asphalt. Cooling should continue only until product is hardened and cool. For extensive burns, cover with sterile dressing. For contact with product dust when not hot, rinse skin after manually handling and wash contaminated clothing if there is potential for direct skin contact before reuse. If swallowed: If gastrointestinal discomfort occurs and if person is conscious, give a large quantity of water and induce vomiting; however, never attempt to make an unconscious person drink or vomit. If inhaled excessively: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Administer oxygen and assist ventilation as required. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do, and continue rinsing. If exposed, concerned, unwell or irritation of the eyes, skin, mouth or throat/nasal passage or other discomfort persist: Get medical attention. Wear eye protection and respiratory protection following this SDS, NIOSH guidelines and other applicable regulations. Use protective gloves if manually handling the product. Avoid creating dust when handling, using or storing. Use with adequate ventilation to keep exposure below recommended exposure limits. Dispose of product in accordance with local, regional, national or international regulations. Please refer to Section XI for details of specific health effects of the components.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Category 1A Carcinogen Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (STOT) following repeated exposures Category 1 Eye Damage Category 2 Skin Irritant