PARAFFIN OIL

Hazard statements (CLP)

H304

Code

Statements

H304

May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazardous Nature This product is classified as hazardous under GHS (7th revised edition) in accordance with the New Zealand Hazardous Substances Hazard Classification) Notice 2020 Hazardous Classification Aspiration hazard, Cat. 1 GHS Pictograms Signal Word DANGER Dangerous Goods Classification N/R Hazard Statements H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Response Statements P301+ P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor P331: Do NOT induce vomiting Storage Statements P405: Store locked up

Disposal

P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulation.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Hazardous Classification Aspiration hazard, Cat. 1 GHS Pictograms Signal Word DANGER Dangerous Goods Classification N/R Hazard Statements H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Response Statements P301+ P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. P331: Do NOT induce vomiting. Storage Statements P405: Store locked up. Disposal Statements P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulation. 3. COMPOSITION: Information on Ingredients Chemical Ingredient CAS No. Proportion (%v/v) White mineral oil (petroleum) 8042-47-5 100 4. FIRST AID MEASURES For advice, contact National Poisons Centre (Phone New Zealand: 0800 764 766) or a doctor. Inhalation Move the victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Seek medical attention if concerned. Skin/Hair Contact Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if any irritation occurs Eye Contact Hold eyelids apart and flush the eye with running water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists Ingestion If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Obtain immediate medical advice. If vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep head below hips to prevent aspiration into lungs. Most Important Symptoms and Effects After skin contact, dry skin or irritation may arise following repeated or prolonged exposure. After eye contact, slight irritation may occur. After ingestion, nausea and diarrhea may occur. First Aid facilities Provide eye baths and safety showers. Medical Attention Treat according to symptoms. Avoid gastric lavage: risk of aspiration of product to the lungs with the potential to cause chemical pneumonitis. 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Shut off product that may ‘fuel’ a fire if safe to do so. Allow trained personnel to attend a fire in progress, providing firefighters with this Safety Data Sheet. Prevent extinguishing media from escaping to drains and waterways. Suitable Extinguishing Media Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam or sand. Do not use water. Specific Hazards Arising from the Material No specific hazards Hazards from combustion products Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, paraffin fume Fire-fighting Precautions Simultaneous use of foam and water on the same surface is to be avoided as water destroys the foam. Special Protective Equipment Full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus Hazchem Code: N/R 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Emergency Procedures Prevent material from escaping to drains and waterways. Contain leaking packaging in a containment vessel. Prevent vapours from building up in confined areas. Ensure that drain valves are closed at all times. Clean up and report spills immediately. Personal Precautions Beware of slipping hazard if material is spilled. While handling spills wear gloves providing adequate chemical resistance, specifically to hydrocarbons. Environmental Precautions Prevent spillage from entering drains or water courses. Methods and Materials for Containment Collect with absorbent, non-combustible material and transfer into suitable containers for disposal. Major land spill • Eliminate sources of ignition • Warn occupants of downwind areas of possible fire/explosion or toxicity hazard • Prevent product from entering sewers, watercourses, or low-lying areas •