SURE-COOL 1340

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW** WARNING

Contains

Sulfite. Irritating to respiratory system. May cause skin and eye irritation. Causes asthmatic signs and symptoms in hyper-reactive individuals. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not take internally. Avoid breathing vapor. Keep container tightly closed. Use with adequate ventilation. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Wear suitable protective clothing. May evolve oxides of carbon (COx) under fire conditions. May evolve oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and sulfur (SOx) under fire conditions.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Eye, Skin, Inhalation

Health hazards

ACUTE EYE CONTACT : Can cause mild irritation. SKIN CONTACT : Can cause mild irritation. INGESTION : Not a likely route of exposure. May cause asthmatic-like attack. INHALATION : Irritant to respiratory system. Causes asthmatic signs and symptoms in hyper-reactive individuals. SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE : Acute : A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned. Chronic : A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned. AGGRAVATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS : A review of available data does not identify any worsening of existing conditions. EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S) (800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC CHRONIC Ingestion of sulfite can cause a severe allergic reaction in asthmatics and some sulfite sensitive individuals. The resulting symptoms can include difficulty in breathing, flushed skin and a rash. Chronic exposure to sulfites may cause symptoms of upper respiratory disease and affect sense of taste and smell.