Neosporin AF

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Appearance: White, translucent gel in an aerosol can

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

Extremely flammable liquid and vapor. May be harmful if swallowed. May cause eye and respiratory tract irritation. Possible risk of harm to the unborn child Eye Contact: May cause irritation based on components. Skin Contact: May cause irritation based on components. See 'Statements of hazard', and/or 'Other potential

Potential health effects

in this section Inhalation: Exposure to high concentrations of gas, vapor, or mist may cause irritation. Inhalation of large amounts of propellant components may be harmful. See 'Statements of hazard' and/or 'Other in this section. An Occupational Exposure Limit has been established for one or more of the ingredients (see Section 8). Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed See 'Statements of hazard' and 'Other potential health effects' in this section. Known Clinical Effects: Sensitivity reactions and contact dermatitis have been reported with topical use of miconazole nitrate. Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea have been reported following oral administration of miconazole. There have also been rare reports of allergic reactions. Intentional misuse by concentrating and inhaling the contents can be harmful or fatal. Inhalation of dimethyl ether may cause nausea, dizziness, and depression of the central nervous system. Animal studies have shown a potential for miconazole to cause harm to the embryo and fetus. Chronic ingestion of ethanol has been associated with an increased incidence of cancer, liver cirrhosis, and, if ingested during pregnancy, congenital malformations. However, occupational handling of this product is not expected to result in relevant exposures. EU Indication of danger: Extremely flammable EU Hazard Symbols: EU Risk Phrases: R12 - Extremely flammable.

Additional information

For a more detailed discussion of potential health hazards and toxicity see Section 11. Note: This document has been prepared in accordance with standards for workplace safety, which require the inclusion of all known hazards of the product or its ingredients regardless of the potential risk. The precautionary statements and warnings included may not apply in all cases. Your needs may vary depending upon the potential for exposure in your workplace.