ECON BURNER FUEL OIL (ECBFO)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

R40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect (Annex III of European Union Directive 67/548/EEC) COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID. HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. ASPIRATION HAZARD IF SWALLOWED. Danger CAN ENTER LUNGS AND CAUSE DAMAGE. KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT, SPARKS AND FLAME. Warning AVOID EXPOSURE - OBTAIN SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE. DO NOT BREATHE VAPOR OR MIST. DO NOT INGEST. IF INGESTED, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES, SKIN AND CLOTHING. CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH MAY CAUSE CANCER, BASED ON ANIMAL DATA. RISK OF CANCER DEPENDS ON DURATION AND LEVEL OF EXPOSURE. USE ONLY WITH ADEQUATE VENTILATION. KEEP CONTAINER TIGHTLY CLOSED AND SEALED UNTIL READY FOR USE. WASH THOROUGHLY AFTER HANDLING. 001 Emergency response data : Dark brown Viscous liquid. Flammable. The product can form flammable mixtures or will burn on heating above the flashpoint. However,contaminations by hydrocarbons of higher volatility may increase thehazard.

Potential health effects

Inhalation : Respiratory irritation, dizziness, nausea and loss of consciousness. In cases of extreme exposure death is possible. Skin : Irritation or more serious skin disorders. Prolonged skin contact may produce serious toxic effects including skin cancer, liver damage, bloodeffects and effects on unborn. Toxic effects are unlikely to occur if goodpersonal hygiene is practiced. Eye : Practically non-irritating. Ingestion : Harmful if swallowed. Emergency response data Light Amber Liquid. Material is combustible. Product can accumulate a static charge and release vapours which may cause a fire or explosion. DOT ERG No. : 128