GAAS (KEROSENE)

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation of vapors, eye contact, skin contact/absorption Target Organs Respiratory system, eyes, skin Eye Contact May cause eye irritation upon direct contact. Skin Contact Low order of toxicity under normal use. However, avoid prolonged or repeated contact with the product to prevent defatting and dermatitis. Ingestion Ingestion is an unlikely event. However, accidental ingestion can lead to vomiting and aspiration into the lungs. This can result in chemical pneumonitis, which can be fatal. Inhalation Not expected to present an inhalation hazard under normal conditions. Exposure to high vapor concentrations greater that 700 ppm can lead to nausea, headache and dizziness. Prolonged and excessive exposure to mists may cause chronic inflammatory reaction of the lungs and a form of pulmonary fibrosis. Workplace Exposure Limits There is no known limit for the product. However, available information recommends an exposure limit of 100 ppm (8-hour Time Weighted Average) for aromatic and aliphatic compounds, which may be present as mixed hydrocarbons in air. Oil mists must not exceed 5 mg/m3.