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SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Potential health effects

of exposure Flammable. Toxic by ingestion. Harmful by inhalation and skin contact. Eye and skin contact will cause burns. Inhalation of spray or mists will cause burns to the respiratory tract. May result in permanent damage. May affect fetal development. Diesel is expected to show evidence of skin carcinogenic activity based on mutagenic and / or analytical data. Possible risk of irreversible effects. Xylene (o,m,p- isomers): are reported as teratogenic and reproductive effectors in rodents. The substance is toxic to blood, kidneys, the nervous system, liver. Repeated or prolonged exposure can cause cumula- tive effects in target organs. Inhalation of high concentrations may cause irritation of the nose and throat and signs of nervous system depression (headache, fatigue, dizziness and drowsiness). Solvent naphta (petroleum), heavy aromatics: harmful by ingestion, inhalation and skin contact. If swallowed, aspiration into the lungs may cause severe pulmonary injury. Inhalation of vapours or mists can cause irritation of the respiratory tract, nausea, headaches, dizziness and other central nervous system effects. Eye contact may cause severe irritation and possible damage. Skin contact may cause irritation which can be severe. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis and sensitization. Naphthalene: investigated as a tumorigen, mutagen and reproductive effector. IARC group 2b carcinogen. Listed carcinogen: IARC: Yes NTP: Yes