X-CEL LAUNDRY COMPOUND

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Flammable Liquids, Category 2

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor.

Precautionary statements

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../ equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.

Storage

Store in cool/well-ventilated place. Dispose of contents/container to ... OSHA Regulatory Status: This material is classified as hazardous under OSHA regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

Prolonged or repeated (Acute and Chronic): skin contact may cause defatting and dermatitis. May cause anemia and other blood cell abnormalities. Repeated inhalation may cause chronic bronchitis. Chronic: Prolonged exposure may produce a narcotic effect. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause nausea, dizziness, and headache. May cause kidney damage. Inhalation: May cause allergic respiratory reaction. May cause drowsiness, unconsciousness, and central nervous system depression. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. Causes irritation of the mucous membrane and upper respiratory tract. Low hazard for normal industrial handling. May be harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. Skin Contact: Causes redness and pain. May cause skin irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. Eye Contact: Causes eye irritation. Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause central nervous system depression, characterized by excitement, followed by headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea. Advanced stages may cause collapse, unconsciousness, coma and possible death due to respiratory failure. May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Low hazard for usual industrial handling. May be harmful if swallowed.