Cutback Bitumen HF

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard statements

This product is classified as: Xn, Harmful. Xi, Irritating. Hazardous according to the criteria of SWA. Dangerous according to Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code, IATA and IMDG/IMSBC criteria. H226: Flammable liquid and vapour. H315: Causes skin irritation. H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H351: Suspected of causing cancer.

SUSMP Classification

None allocated

ADG classification

Class 3 Flammable liquids

UN Number

3256, ELEVATED TEMPERATURE LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S. with flash point above 60.5°C, at or above its flash point Note: it is only regarded as dangerous when heated. At normal ambient temperatures, it is NOT regarded as a Dangerous Good.

Signal word

WARNING Flammable liquids Category 3 Skin Irritation Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure Category 3 Carcinogenicity Category 2

Prevention

P262: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P264: Wash contacted areas thoroughly after handling. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well ventilated area. P280: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection.

Response

P312: Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell. P334: If molten material comes into contact with skin, do not attempt to remove it. Cool with cold running water. Wrap loosely with cold wet towel or bandage and take to hospital or doctor. P362: Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P302+P352 IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water P304+P340 IF INHALED Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P308+P313 If exposed or concerned Get medical advice P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice P370+P378: In case of fire, use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam. Water fog or fine spray is the preferred medium for large fires.

Storage

P403: Store in a well-ventilated place.

Disposal

P501: If they can not be recycled, dispose of contents to an approved waste disposal plant and containers to landfill (see Section 13 of this SDS). Emergency Overview Physical Description & Colour: Black viscous liquid, may be semisolid or a rubbery solid depending on temperature. Odour: Characteristic odour.

Health hazards

limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect, skin irritant, vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.