Panolam Particleboard

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification – Emergency overview: This product is not hazardous in the form in which it is shipped by the manufacturer but may become hazardous by downstream activities (e.g., grinding, sanding, cutting, pulverizing) that reduce its particle size. Those hazards are described below.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Carcinogenicity - Category 1A ; Respiratory Sensitization - Category 1; Skin Sensitization - Category 1; Specific Target Organ Toxicity (STOT) (Single Exposure) - Category 3; Eye Damage/Irritation - Category 2B; Combustible Dust GHS Signal Word Danger GHS Pictograms Hazard Statement May cause cancer (by inhalation) May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause respiratory irritation Causes eye irritation May form combustible dust concentrations in air (during processing)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May cause cancer (by inhalation) May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause respiratory irritation Causes eye irritation May form combustible dust concentrations in air (during processing) Page 2 of 10

Prevention

Avoid breathing dust. Contaminated clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Response

If inhaled: If breathing is difficult, remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms after removal to fresh air: Call a doctor or other qualified medical professional. If on skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothes before reuse. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

None

Disposal

Dispose of contents in accordance with Federal, State and local regulations

2.3 Other hazards

None Known