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SECTION 2: Hazards identification

DANGER Suspected of causing cancer. Contact with molten product may cause thermal burns. Molten product may release traces of hydrogen sulphide (CAS# 7783-06-4). This gas is known to be fatal if inhaled, to cause serious eye and respiratory irritation, and to cause damage to organs through single or prolonged and repeated exposure. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye protection. Avoid breathing vapours. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. In case of inadequate ventilation, wear respiratory protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Dispose of contents in accordance with local, regional and national regulations. SECTION III: COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS NAME CAS # % WEIGHT EXPOSURE LIMIT (ACGIH) TLV-TWA TLV-STEL Asphalt 8052-42-4 60-100 0.5 mg/m³ Not available Effects of Short-Term (Acute) Exposure like lesions. Long-term contact can cause skin pigment change which is made worse by sunlight exposure. (1) INHALATION Inhalation is only possible if the product is heated or if asphalt fumes INHALATION are generated. Asphalt fumes may be irritating to the nose, throat and No likely health effect if the product is not heated. Prolonged exposure upper respiratory tract causing coughing, wheezing and/or shortness of to asphalt fumes can cause irritation to respiratory passages. Inhalation breath. The acute effects of exposure to asphalt fumes include of asphalt fumes can cause central nervous system depression resulting headache, fatigue, and reduced appetite. Hydrogen sulphide (H2S) may in headache, dizziness, nausea, unconsciousness and death. (1) arise from excessive heating, agitation or from contact with acids or NERVOUS SYSTEM EFFECTS acid salts. Inhaled H2S may cause central nervous system depression No information available. resulting in headache, dizziness, nausea, unconsciousness, and death. (1) CARCINOGENICITY Asphalt fumes may contain a variety of polycyclic aromatic SKIN CONTACT hydrocarbons (PAH), some of which are associated with the potential No likely health effect if the product is not heated. Asphalt fumes of inducing skin cancer. Increasing amounts of PAH may be released if exposure can cause severe irritation of the skin, dermatitis and acne- this product is heated above 200°C. Prolonged or repeated contact of like lesions. Contact with hot product can cause serious burns. (1) polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons with skin may cause skin cancer EYE CONTACT where poor personal hygiene may be a contributing factor. Asphalt No likely health effect if the product is not heated. Asphalt fumes may fumes contain