MIL-PRF-680 Ty. I Mineral Spirits

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW IMMEDIATE CONCERNS: DANGER! Flammable liquid and vapor. May cause eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation. May cause asphyxiation, or brain, lung or other organ injury if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed by the skin.

Potential health effects

EYES: Liquid is severely irritating to the eyes. High vapor concentrations are also irritating. SKIN: Liquid is moderately irritating to the skin. Prolonged or repeated contact can result in drying of the skin which may result in skin irritation and dermatitis (rash). Liquid may be absorbed through the skin. INGESTION: Ingestion may cause headache, dizziness, fatigue, and central nervous system depression along with gastrointestinal disturbances. INHALATION: Vapors may be irritating to the nose, throat, and respiratory tract. Exposure to high vapor concentrations may cause central nervous system (CNS) depression. Aspiration of liquid may cause pneumontitis, pulmonary edema, and hemorrhaging. SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE ACUTE TOXICITY: Irritation as noted above. Early to moderate CNS depression may be evidenced by giddiness, headache, dizziness, and nausea; in extreme cases, unconsciousness and death may occur.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Pre-existing eye and skin disorders may be aggravated by exposure.