Smoke Bomb, Smoke Candle

Physical hazards

Not classified.

Health hazards

Carcinogenicity Category 1B

Environmental hazards

Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May cause cancer.

Prevention

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.

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

None known.

Additional information

After ignition, this product emits smoke (mild Zinc Chloride solution) that can be irritating to the eyes, respiratory tract, and mucous membranes. when used as directed exposure should be limited and normally poses no hazard. Persons with known respiratory sensitivity should not be exposed to smoke. Moderate exposure may temporarily result in irritation, inflammation, and difficulty breathing-moving to fresh air will reverse these effects. Heavy exposure may result in coughs, chills, fever, and pulmonary edema, requiring medical treatment. Overwhelming exposure can be dangerous and is to be avoided. Persons who will be exposed to sustained heavy smoke should wear self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). NOTE: Exposure is highly unlikely when product is used as directed. Product is sealed in heavy cardboard tube or metal canister. After ignition, product slowly combusts and hexachloroethane is consumed. Direct contact with product does not occur.