Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
107-21-1
Name of the chemical
Ethane-1,2-diol
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2003-07-28
Product name
SHELLZONE Antifreeze/Coolant
Product Synonyms
Ethylene Glycol
CAS No.
107-21-1
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Company Information
company name
SOPUS Products
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
NFPA Rating -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance/Odor
Fluorescent green liquid. Mild odor
Health hazards
May be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Do not induce vomiting May cause aspiration pneumonitis. May cause CNS depression.
NFPA Ratings
(Health, Fire, Reactivity) 2, 1, 0
Hazard statements
Least - 0 Slight - 1 Moderate - 2 High - 3 Extreme - 4 Inhalation: In applications where vapors (caused by high temperature) or mists (caused by mixing or spraying) are created, breathing may cause a mild burning sensation in the nose, throat and lungs. Eye Irritation: May cause slight irritation of the eyes. If irritation occurs, a temporary burning sensation, minor redness, swelling, and/or blurred vision may result. Skin Contact: May cause slight irritation of the skin. If irritation occurs, a temporary burning sensation and minor redness and/or swelling may result. Other adverse effects not expected from brief skin contact. Ingestion: This material may be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Ingestion may result in vomiting; aspiration (breathing) of vomitus into lungs must be avoided as even small quantities may result in aspiration pneumonitis. Contains ethylene glycol and/or diethylene glycol which are toxic when swallowed. A lethal dose for an adult is 1 ml per kilogram or about 4 ounces (1/2 cup). Severe kidney damage can occur as a result of ingestion. May cause Central Nervous System (CNS) depression.
Other Health Effects
Refer to Section 11, Toxicological Information, for specific information on the following effects: Developmental Toxicity Primary Target Organs: The following organs and/or organ systems may be damaged by overexposure to this material and/or its components: Kidney, Liver Signs and Symptoms: Irritation as noted above. Aspiration pneumonitis may be evidenced by coughing, labored breathing and cyanosis (bluish skin); in severe cases death may occur. Early to moderate CNS depression may be evidenced by giddiness, headache, dizziness and nausea. In extreme cases, unconsciousness and death may occur. Kidney damage may be indicated by changes in urine output or appearance, pain upon urination or in the lower back or general edema (swelling from fluid retention). Liver damage may be indicated by loss of appetite, jaundice (yellowish skin and eye color), fatigue and sometimes pain and swelling in the upper right abdomen.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Pre-existing eye, skin, respiratory, liver and kidney disorders and may be aggravated by exposure to this product. For additional health information, refer to section 11. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------