ALCOHOL - ETHER MIXTURE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview: Flammable liquid. Primarily toxic by ingestion. If ingested, give large quantity of water. Vomiting may occur spontaneously. Do not induce. Call a physician. Contact may cause dryness and cracking of the skin. May cause irritation to the eyes. Wash areas of contact with plenty of water. May cause irritation of the respiratory system. Target Organs: eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, liver, pancreas. Eye Contact: May cause irritation with burning and stinging with possible damage to the cornea and conjunctiva. Inhalation: Inhalation of vapors irritates the respiratory tract. May cause coughing, dizziness and headache. Exposure to high concentrations can cause depression of the central nervous system with symptoms of sleepiness and lack of concentration. General anesthesia by inhalation can occur. Skin Contact: Results in drying and cracking which can lead to secondary infections and dermatitis. Ingestion: Symptoms can include sleep disorders, hallucinations, distorted perceptions, ataxia, motor function changes, convulsions and tremors, coma, headaches, pulmonary changes, alteration of gastric secretions. Ingestion of larger amounts may produce abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. Aspiration into lungs can produce severe lung damage and is a medical emergency. Chronic Effects/Carcinogenicity: None IARC - No. NTP - No. OSHA - No. Reproductive Information: Reproductive effects cited in 'Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances' for Ethyl Alcohol (Ethanol). Reproductive effects cited in 'Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances' for Methanol (Methyl Alcohol). Reproductive effects cited in 'Registry of Toxic Effects Teratology (Birth Defect) Information: Mutation data cited in 'Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances' for Ethyl Alcohol (Ethanol). Mutation data cited in 'Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances' for Ethyl Ether (Diethyl Ether). Mutation data cited in 'Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical