Solvon IP

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW IMMEDIATE CONCERNS: Vapors and/or aerosols which may be formed at elevated temperatures may be irritating to eyes and respiratory tract. Causes skin irritation. Harmful if swallowed.

Potential health effects

EYES: Causes eye irritation. SKIN: Contact causes severe skin irritation and possible burns. SKIN ABSORPTION: Skin absorption can occur. INGESTION: Ingestion of large amounts may produce abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. Swallowing small amounts is not likely to produce harmful effects. INHALATION: Prolonged or excessive inhalation may cause respiratory tract irritation. SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE EYES Symptoms of overexposure include stinging, tearing, redness and pain SKIN: Prolonged exposure causes redness, pain, drying and cracking of the skin. INGESTION: For large amounts; abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. INHALATION: High concentrations may lead to central nervous system effects (drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, headaches, paralysis and loss of consciousness). CHRONIC: 2-butoxyethanol can be absorbed through the skin. Prolonged exposure by this route may have effects on the hematopoietic system, resulting in blood disorders. TARGET ORGAN STATEMENT: Prolonged or repeated overexposure may cause central nervous system, kidney, liver, and lung damage.