Klean Strip Lacquer Thinner

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Placard Key word

Hazard statements

Flammable Liquids, Category 2 Flame Danger Highly flammable liquid and vapor Acute Toxicity: Inhalation, Category 3 Skull and Danger Toxic if inhaled crossbones Acute Toxicity: Oral, Category 3 Skull and Danger Toxic if swallowed crossbones Acute Toxicity: Skin, Category 3 Skull and Danger Toxic in contact with skin crossbones Skin Corrosion/Irritation, Category 2 Exclamation Warning Causes skin irritation point Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation, Category Exclamation Warning Causes serious eye irritation 2A point Carcinogenicty, Category 1B H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor. H331: Toxic if inhaled. H301: Toxic if swallowed. H311: Toxic in contact with skin. H315: Causes skin irritation. H319: Causes serious eye irritation. H350: May cause cancer. H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H370: Causes damage to organs. H373: May cause damage to Central Nervous System, Liver, Kidney, Heart, Stomach, Respiratory System. H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.

Health hazards

Danger May cause cancer Toxic To Reproduction, Category 2 Warning Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Target Organ Systemic Toxicity (single Danger Causes damage to organs. exposure), Category 1 Target Organ Systemic Toxicity (repeated Warning May cause damage to Central Nervous System, Liver, exposure), Category 2 Kidney, Heart, Stomach, Respiratory System. Aspiration Toxicity, Category 1 Danger May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.

Precautionary statements

P233: Keep container tightly closed. P210: Keep away from {heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces}. - No smoking. P280: Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection as specified by the manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority. P240: Ground/bond container and receiving equipment - if the explosive is electrostatically sensitive. P241: Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/... equipment ... other specified by the manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority. - if dust clouds can occur. P243: Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P242: Use only non-sparking tools. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P361+364: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P362+364: Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P201: Obtain special instructions before use. P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P281: Use personal protective equipment as required. P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

Response

P370+378: In case of fire, use ... for extinction ... appropriate media specified by the manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority - if water increases risk. P303+361+353 IF ON SKIN (or hair) Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304+340 IF INHALED Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P311: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P322: Specific measures (see ... on this label) ... reference to supplemental first aid instruction - if immediate measures such as specific cleansing agent is advised. P301+310 IF SWALLOWED Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P330: Rinse mouth. P321: Specific treatment (see ... on this label) ... reference to supplemental first aid instruction - if immediate administration of antidote is required. P302+352 IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water P312: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P332+313: If skin irritation occurs, get medical advice/attention. P305+351+338 IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+313: If eye irritation persists, get medical advice/attention. P308+313 IF exposed or concerned Get medical attention/advice P307+311 IF exposed Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P314: Get medical attention/advice if you feel unwell. P331: Do NOT induce vomiting.

Storage

P403+235: Store in cool/well-ventilated place. P501: Dispose of contents/container to ... (in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulation). P405: Store locked up. P403+233: Store container tightly closed in well-ventilated place - if product is as volatile as to generate hazardous atmosphere.

Potential health effects

(Acute and Chronic) Inhalation Acute Exposure Effects: Vapor harmful. May cause dizziness; headache; watering of eyes; irritation of respiratory tract; weakness; drowsiness; nausea; numbness in fingers, arms and legs; depression of central nervous system; loss of appetite; fatigue; hallucinations; light headedness; visual disturbances; giddiness and intoxication; sleepiness; cough and dyspnea; cold, clammy extremities; diarrhea; vomiting; dilation of pupils; spotted vision. Severe overexposure may cause convulsions; unconsciousness; coma; and death. Intentional misuse of this product by deliberately concentrating and inhaling can be harmful or fatal. Skin Contact Acute Exposure Effects: May be absorbed through the skin. May cause irritation; numbness in the fingers and arms; drying of skin; and dermatitis. May cause increased severity of symptoms listed under inhalation. Eye Contact Acute Exposure Effects: This material is an eye irritant. May cause irritation; burns; conjunctivitis of eyes; and corneal ulcerations of the eye. Vapors may irritate eyes. Ingestion Acute Exposure Effects: Poison. Cannot be made non-poisonous. May be fatal or cause blindness. May cause dizziness; headache; nausea; vomiting; burning sensation in mouth, throat, and stomach; loss of coordination; depression of the central nervous system; narcosis; stupor; gastrointestinal irritation; liver, kidney, and heart damage; diarrhea; loss of appetite; coma and death. May produce symptoms listed under inhalation. Chronic Exposure Effects: Reports have associated repeated and prolonged overexposure to solvents with neurological and other physiological damage. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause dermatitis. Prolonged skin contact may result in absorption of a harmful amount of this material. May cause conjunctivitis; gastric disturbances; insomnia; dizziness; headache; weakness; fatigue; nausea; heart palpitations; skin irritation; numbness in hands and feet; permanent central nervous system changes; some loss of memory; pancreatic damage; giddiness; visual impairment or blindness; kidney or liver damage; and death. May cause symptoms listed under inhalation. Target Organs: Central Nervous System, Liver, Kidney, Heart, Stomach, Respiratory System

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation, Ingestion, Skin Absorption

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Diseases of the skin, eyes, liver, kidneys, central nervous system and respiratory system.