General Information
Revision date
2010-07-08
Product name
PRO STAR LPC MP DIESEL ADDITIVE
Chemical name
Petroleum Distillate/Organic Compound Mixture
Manufacturer Name
STAR BRITE
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Company Information
company name
STAR BRITE
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: This product is an amber to brown liquid with a, solvent-like odor. Health Hazards: Inhalation overexposures to mists or sprays of this product can cause central nervous system effects. Severe inhalation exposures may be fatal. Skin contact may cause allergic reaction. Flammability Hazards: This product is combustible and may ignite if heated at or above its flash point of 65.5-73.8°C (150-165°F). If involved in a fire, this product will produce irritating and toxic materials such as various carbon oxides, hydrocarbons and aldehydes. Reactivity Hazards: This product is not reactive. Environmental Hazards: This material may be harmful or fatal to contaminated plant, animal, and aquatic life. Emergency Recommendations: Emergency responders must wear the personal protective equipment suitable for the situation to which they are responding. (Continued) SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE BY ROUTE OF EXPOSURE: The most significant routes of occupational overexposure are inhalation and HAZARDOUS MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM contact with skin and eyes. The symptoms of overexposure to this product are described on the following page. INHALATION: Due to the high vapor pressure of the main component,
Health hazards
BLUE) 2 formation of mists or sprays of this product are unlikely, unless the product is heated or used in a manner to produce sprays. If this product inhaled, fume, mists or sprays can mildly irritate the respiratory system and cause coughing, sneezing, and difficulty breathing. Depending on the concentration and duration of exposure, inhalation overexposure FLAMMABILITY HAZARD (RED) 2 can cause central nervous system depression, including dizziness, headache, nausea, fatigue, vomiting and incoordination. Severe inhalation overexposure (as may occur in a confined space with inadequate ventilation) may cause unconsciousness and death. CONTACT WITH SKIN or EYES: Skin contact can cause mild to PHYSICAL HAZARD (ORANGE) 0 moderate irritation, depending on the duration and concentration of exposure. Symptoms of such overexposure may cause redness and irritation. Prolonged or repeated skin contact with this product may PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT cause dermatitis (dry, red, scaly skin). Eye contact with this product may cause irritation, redness, and watering. SKIN ABSORPTION: The components of this product are not known to EYES RESPIRATORY HANDS BODY be absorbed through intact skin. INGESTION: Ingestion is not anticipated to be a significant route of exposure for any component of this product. SEE SECTION 8 If this product is SEE SECTION 8 swallowed, it may cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. A significant hazard associated with ingestion of this product is aspiration; breathing For Routine Industrial Use and Handling Applications this material into the lungs can cause severe lung irritation and tissue damage, which can cause chemical pneumonia or pulmonary edema See Section 16 for Definition of Ratings (life-threatening lung conditions). INJECTION: Injection of this product (as may occur if skin is punctured by a contaminated object) can cause pain, redness, and local swelling. HEALTH EFFECTS OR RISKS FROM EXPOSURE: An Explanation in Lay Terms. In the event of overexposure, the following symptoms may be observed: ACUTE: Inhalation of fumes, mists or sprays can cause adverse effects on the central nervous system. Severe inhalation overexposure may cause unconsciousness and death. A significant hazard associated with ingestion of this product is aspiration; breathing this material into the lungs can cause severe lung irritation and tissue damage, which can cause chemical pneumonia or pulmonary edema (life-threatening lung conditions). CHRONIC: Repeated skin contact with this product may cause dermatitis (dry, red, scaly skin). See Section 11 (Toxicology Information) for additional data. TARGET ORGANS ACUTE Skin, eyes, central nervous system. CHRONIC Skin What should I do if a hazardous situation occurs?