VALVE-MEDIC

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WHMIS information: This product is a WHMIS Controlled Product. It meets one or more of the criteria for a controlled product provided in Part IV of the Canadian Controlled Products Regulations (CPR).

WHMIS Classification

Class B3 (Combustible Liquids); Class D2A (Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects, Very Toxic Material); Class D2B (Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects, Toxic Material).

2.2 Label elements

Phrases recommended to appear on a supplier label, can be found in Section 15 WHMIS symbols required on a supplier label: Emergency Overview Black liquid. Petroleum odour. WARNING! Combustible liquid and vapour. Harmful if inhaled. Harmful or fatal if swallowed. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause nausea, vomiting, headache and other central nervous system effects. May be an aspiration hazard. Can enter the lungs and cause damage. May cause skin irritation. Contains material which can cause damage to the blood system, the liver and the kidneys. Contains material which may cause cancer, based on animal data.

Potential health effects

Signs and symptoms of short-term (acute) exposure Inhalation : May cause irritation of the nose, throat, mucous membranes, and respiratory tract. Symptoms may include pain, headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness and other central nervous system effects. Skin : May cause mild to moderate irritation. Prolonged contact, such as when trapped against the skin under clothing or jewelry, may be more irritating. May be absorbed and cause symptoms similar to those for inhalation. Eyes : May cause mild eye irritation. Symptoms may include stinging and tearing. Ingestion : May cause irritation of mouth, throat, and stomach. Symptoms may include pain, headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness and other central nervous system effects. Material is an aspiration hazard. Aspiration into the lungs during swallowing or subsequent vomiting may cause chemical pneumonitis, which can be fatal. Effects of long-term (chronic) exposure Prolonged or repeated contact may cause drying, cracking and defatting of the skin.

Contains

Naphthalene. Repeated overexposure to naphthalene may cause destruction of red blood cells with anemia, fever, and subsequent liver and kidney effects. Prolonged or repeated inhalation of mists may cause coughing, increased mucous formation and difficulty breathing. Carcinogenic status : Possible cancer hazard. See TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION, Section 11. Additional health hazards : See TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION, Section 11.

Environmental effects

Contains material that may be harmful in the environment. See ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION, Section 12.