Solv ent Mineral Spirit

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Validated on 16/08/2011. Solvent Mineral Spirit Page: 2/ 12 Emergency Overview WARNING! COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Avoid contact with skin and clothing. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Potential Acute Health See section 11 for more detailed information on health effects and symptoms. Effects This product may cause mild irritatation to eyes and skin upon contact. Prolonged and repeated contact with skin can cause drying of the skin resulting in irritation and dermatitis. Inflammation of the eye is characterized by mild redness, watering, and itching. Skin inflammation is characterized by mild itching, scaling, reddening. Ingestion can cause burning sensation, vomiting, drowsiness and in severe cases pulmonary edema. Inhalation of excessive amounts may result in impairment, such as drowsiness, lack of coordination, headache and nausea. Note to Physician Aspiration hazard if swallowed. Can enter lungs and cause damage. Small amounts of liquid aspirated into the respiratory system during ingestion or from vomiting may cause mild to severe pulmonary injury and possible death.