Quik-Shield 1939

Signal word

None

Precautionary statements

P102 - Keep out of reach of children.

Potential health effects

In humans, effects have been reported on the central nervous system, including (Acute and Chronic): nystagmus (involuntary, rapid, rhythmic movement of the eyeball). May cause kidney injury. Inhalation: If ethylene glycol is heated or misted in work areas that are poorly ventilated, vapor/mist may accumulate and cause respiratory irritation and symptoms such as headache and nausea. Material has a very low vapor pressure at room temperature, so inhalation exposures are not expected unless material is heated or misted. May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Material is extremely destructive to the tissue of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Skin Contact: Low hazard for normal industrial handling. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. May cause skin irritation. Causes burns. Eye Contact: May cause moderate eye irritation. Causes burns. Lachrymator. Ingestion: The lethal dose in adult humans for ethylene glycol is about 100 ml (1/3 cup). Swallowing may cause nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Excessive exposure may cause CNS effects, cardiopulmonary effects (metabolic acidosis), and kidney failure. Toxicity follows 3-stage progression. (1) involves central nervous system effects including paralysis of eye muscles, convulsions, and coma. Metabolic acidosis and cerebral swelling may also occur. (2) involves cardiopulmonary system with symptoms of hypertension, rapid heart beat, and possible cardiac failure. (3) involves severe kidney abnormalities including possible renal failure. May be harmful if swallowed.