THERM-A-GAP GEL 8017HF (XTS-8017HF)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 Classification of the substance or mixture The mixture has been assessed and/or tested for its physical, health and environmental hazards and the following classification applies

Physical hazards

Not classified for physical hazards

Health hazards

Occupational exposure to the substance or mixture may cause adverse effects

Environmental hazards

Not classified for hazards to the environment An environmental hazard cannot be excluded in the event of unprofessional handling or disposal. See Section 12 for more environmental information Specific hazards Main symptoms Burning produces obnoxious and toxic fumes. When heated above 150°C in air, may release formaldehyde gas Inhalation of fumes may result in metal fume fever, a flu-like illness. Symptoms of metal fume fever may include fever, fatigue, vomiting, muscle aches and shortness of breath. May cause mild respiratory irritation at higher temperatures. Symptoms may include upper respiratory irritation, coughing and breathing difficulties If material is ingested, may cause irritation to mucous membranes. May cause nausea, stomach pain and vomiting When heated above 150°C in air, may release formaldehyde gas. Formaldehyde is an eye and throat irritant and acute toxicant. Formaldehyde may cause sensitisation by skin contact. Formaldehyde has shown limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Toxic fumes, gases or vapours may evolve on burning. May cause mild respiratory irritation at higher temperatures. Inhalation of fumes may result in metal fume fever, a flu-like illness. May cause gastrointestinal irritation. When heated above 150°C in air, may release formaldehyde gas. Formaldehyde is an eye and throat irritant and acute toxicant. Formaldehyde may cause sensitisation by skin contact. Formaldehyde has shown limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. PBT assessment: This mixture contains substances considered to be very persistent and very bioaccumulating (vPvB). Contains: Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane; Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane. See ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION, Section 12.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

The mixture has been assessed and/or tested for its physical, health and environmental hazards and the following classification applies. Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC as amended Classification This preparation is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 1999/45/EC. Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 as amended Supplemental Hazards The product is not classified as hazardous according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008. Physical hazards The product is not classified as hazardous according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008. Health hazards The product is not classified as hazardous according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008. Environmental hazards Not an environmentall hazard according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008. Hazard summary Physical hazards Not classified for physical hazards. Health hazards Occupational exposure to the substance or mixture may cause adverse effects. Environmental hazards Not classified for hazards to the environment. An environmental hazard cannot be excluded in the event of unprofessional handling or disposal. See Section 12 for more environmental information. Specific hazards Burning produces obnoxious and toxic fumes. When heated above 150°C in air, may release formaldehyde gas. Main symptoms Inhalation of fumes may result in metal fume fever, a flu-like illness. Symptoms of metal fume fever may include fever, fatigue, vomiting, muscle aches and shortness of breath. May cause mild respiratory irritation at higher temperatures. Symptoms may include upper respiratory irritation, coughing and breathing difficulties. If material is ingested, may cause irritation to mucous membranes. May cause nausea, stomach pain and vomiting. When heated above 150°C in air, may release formaldehyde gas. Formaldehyde is an eye and throat irritant and acute toxicant. Formaldehyde may cause sensitisation by skin contact. Formaldehyde has shown limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.