SUNCOR OSU

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview Hazard Summary : Extremely flammable.Product may contain Hydrogen Sulfide.

Potential health effects

Eyes : May cause eye irritation. Liquid may cause severe irritation, reddening and swelling. Skin : May cause irritation, drying and blistering. Can be absorbed through the skin in toxic amounts resulting in vomiting, diarrhea, and respiratory disorders. Inhalation : Symptoms of overexposure may be headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting. High concentration of vapours may induce unconsciousness. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Symptoms of hydrogen sulfide overexposure include respiratory tract irritation and shortness of breath. In high doses hydrogen sulfide may produce pulmonary edema and respiratory depression or paralysis. Exposure to very high levels of hydrogen sulfide (> 500 ppm) will result in unconsciousness and death. Ingestion : May cause burning sensation in mouth, throat and stomach; vomiting and diarrhea, drowsiness. Small amounts of liquid drawn into the lungs from swallowing or vomiting may cause fluid build up in the lungs or inflammation of the bronchi. Chronic Exposure : May damage the nervous system characterized by chronic headache, dizziness, fatigue, impaired sense of balance, and loss of memory. Chronic exposure causes drying effect on the skin and eczema.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation Eye contact Skin Absorption Skin contact Ingestion Target Organs : Respiratory system Central nervous system Blood Carcinogenic Effects : IARC Group 2A - Probable human carcinogen Contains benzene. IARC Group 1 - Known Human Carcinogen ACGIH A1 - Confirmed Human Carcinogen