Hovex Naphthalene

Hazard statements (CLP)

H228, H302, H351, H410

Code

Statements

H228

Flammable solid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard statements

This product is classified as: Xn, Harmful. N, Dangerous to the environment. F, Flammable. Hazardous according to the criteria of SWA. Dangerous according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code. R10, R22, R40, R50/53. Flammable. Harmful if swallowed. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects to the aquatic environment. H228: Flammable solid. H302: Harmful if swallowed. H351: Suspected of causing cancer. H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

S2, S20, S22, S46, S60, S61, S36/37. Keep out of reach of children. When using, do not eat or drink. Do not breathe dust. If swallowed, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre immediately and show this MSDS or label. This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety Data Sheets. Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.

SUSMP Classification

S6

ADG classification

Class 4.1 Flammable solids

UN Number

1334, NAPHTHALENE, REFINED

Signal word

WARNING

Prevention

P210: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking. P233: Keep container tightly closed. P264: Wash contacted areas thoroughly after handling. P281: Use personal protective equipment as required.

Response

P330: Rinse mouth. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair) Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water P308+P313 If exposed or concerned Get medical advice P370+P378: In case of fire, use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, water fog. Coarse water spray is the preferred medium for large fires.

Storage

P403+P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Disposal

P501: Dispose of small quantities and empty containers by wrapping with paper and putting in garbage. For larger quantities, if recycling or reclaiming is not possible, use a commercial waste disposal service. Emergency Overview Physical Description & Colour: White crystalline flakes. Odour: Characteristic mothball odour.

Health hazards

Contact with naphthalene can cause skin photosensitivity on contacted areas. Subsequent exposure to UV alpha rays in sunlight can cause sunburn in affected area. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect, harmful if swallowed.

Potential health effects

Inhalation: Short Term Exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. In addition product is unlikely to cause any discomfort or irritation. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term inhalation. Skin Contact: Short Term Exposure: Contact with naphthalene can cause skin photosensitivity on contacted areas. Subsequent exposure to UV alpha rays in sunlight can cause sunburn in affected area. Long Term Exposure: Prolonged and repeated contact may result in mild irritation. Potential skin sensitiser. Systemic effects may occur via skin absorption. Eye Contact: Short Term Exposure: This product is believed to be not irritating to eyes. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term eye exposure. Ingestion: Short Term Exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. Available data shows that this product is harmful. Ingestion may result in gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting, headache, abdominal pain and diarrhoea. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term ingestion. Carcinogen Status: SWA: Naphthalene is classified by SWA as a Class 3 Carcinogen, possibly carcinogenic to humans. See the SWA website for further details. A web address has not been provided as addresses frequently change. NTP: Naphthalene is classified by NTP as reasonably anticipated to be carcinogenic to humans. See the NTP website for further details. A web address has not been provided as addresses frequently change. IARC: Naphthalene is classed 2b IARC - possibly carcinogenic to humans. See the IARC website for further details. A web address has not been provided as addresses frequently change.