418D

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Overview: Toxic by inhalation absorption or ingestion. Causes CNS depression, headache, intoxication, dilation of the pupils, convulsions nausea, and dizziness. Unconsciousness and death may result. Methanol intoxication may produce visual disturbances and blindness. Phenol is highly toxic and contact with any part of the body will produce severe chemical burns that are slow to heal. Exposure can produce Tachycardia, tachypnea, weak pulse, cardiac failure, pulmonary edema and respiratory failure. Safety Ratings Health: Hazardous Flammability: Slightly flammable Reactivity: Slight Contact: Hazardous Recommended safety equipment: safety goggles, lab coat and proper gloves

Storage

Room Temperature away from sources of ignition

NFPA Ratings

Health = 2 Flammability = 2 Reactivity = 0

Potential health effects

The toxicology of this compound have not been completely examined. It is presumed that the toxicity of this item is similar to other products containing aliphatic alcohols or phenol. Inhalation: Alcohols and phenol are absorbed through the mucous membranes. Absorption can produce irritation as well as chemical burns. Ingestion: Inhalation will produce CNS disturbance, dizziness, photophobia, headache, stupor, coma and death. Skin contact: Alcohols and phenol are absorbed through the skin. Absorption will produce chemical burns as well as the same effects as ingestion. Eye contact: Corrosive to the eye. Chronic Exposure: Unknown Aggravation of preexisting conditions: Impaired kidney and liver function may be aggravated by exposure to alcohols and phenols. Preexisting eye, skin, and respiratory conditions may also be aggravated.