PVC S-80 (Grey)

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Grey liquid. Ketone odour. Flammable liquid - Category 2 Eye damage/irritation - Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure - Category 3

Most important adverse effects

Highly flammable liquid and vapour. This material may be ignited by heat, sparks and direct flame. Material will float on water and can be re-ignited at the water’s surface. Causes serious eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Occupational exposure to the substance or mixture may cause adverse effects. For further information, please refer to section 11 of the SDS. This material is classified as hazardous under Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015).

Signal word

DANGER!

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapour! Causes serious eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Precautionary statements

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical and ventilating equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing vapours. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. In case of fire: Use water fog, dry chemical, CO2 or ‘alcohol’ foam to extinguish. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulation.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Toxic fumes, gases or vapours may evolve on burning. May form explosive peroxides during prolonged exposure to air and heat. Rate of peroxide formation is not known. May cause mild skin irritation. May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways. May cause gastrointestinal irritation. Ingestion of larger amounts may cause defects to the central nervous system (e.g. dizziness, headache). Prolonged overexposure may cause slight liver and kidney effects, such as increased organ weights. Environmental precautions: An environmental hazard cannot be excluded in the event of unprofessional handling or disposal. Avoid release to the environment. See Section 12 for more environmental information.