MFO 380 SO (RMG 380) 1% S

EC Classification

Dangerous for the environment. Carcinogenic, category 1.

Health hazards

Hydrogen sulphide is highly toxic and may be fatal if inhaled. Hydrogen sulphide (H2S), an extremely flammable and toxic gas, and other hazardous vapours may evolve and collect in the headspace of storage tanks, transport vessels and other enclosed containers. May dull the sense of smell, so do not rely on odour as an indication of hazard. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Prolonged or repeated skin contact without proper cleaning can clog the pores of the skin resulting in disorders such as oil acne/folliculitis. May cause cancer. Signs and Symptoms : H2S has a broad range of effects dependent on the airborne concentration and length of exposure: 0.02 ppm odour threshold, smell of rotten eggs; 10 ppm eye and respiratory tract irritation; 100 ppm coughing, headache, dizziness, nausea, eye irritation, loss of sense of smell in minutes; 200 ppm potential for pulmonary oedema after >20-30 minutes; 500 ppm loss of consciousness after short exposures, potential for respiratory arrest; >1000ppm immediate loss of consciousness, may lead rapidly to death, prompt cardiopulmonary resuscitation may be required. Do not depend on sense of smell for warning. H2S causes rapid olfactory fatigue (deadens sense of smell). There is no evidence that H2S will accumulate in the body tissue after repeated exposure. Oil acne/folliculitis signs and symptoms may include formation of black pustules and spots on the skin of exposed areas. Defatting dermatitis signs and symptoms may include a burning sensation and/or a dried/cracked appearance. Safety Hazards : Not classified as flammable but will burn. Flammable vapours may be present even at temperatures below the flash point. Therefore it should be treated as a potentially flammable liquid. May ignite on surfaces at temperatures above auto-ignition temperature. Electrostatic charges may be generated during pumping. Electrostatic discharge may cause fire.

Environmental hazards

Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

Additional information

This product is intended for use in closed systems only.