Kraft Turpentine

Signal word

DANGER Kraft Turpentine - CAS# 8006-64-2

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS) (GHS)

Hazard pictograms

PHYSICAL Flammable liquid and vapor Flammable Liquid- Category 3 HEALTH Acute Toxicity, Oral - Category 3 Toxic if swallowed Acute Toxicity, Dermal - Category 4 Harmful in contact with skin Acute Toxicity, Inhalation - Category 4 Harmful if inhaled Identification (cont’d.) Sensitization, Skin – Category 1 May cause allergic skin reaction

Aspiration hazard

Category 1 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Specific Target Organ Toxicity May cause damage to the kidneys (single exposure) and respiratory irritation Kidney- Category 2 Respiratory-category 3 Eye Damage/Irritation – Category 2A Causes serious eye irritation 1Note: Terpene hydrocarbons include mainly alpha and beta pinene and other C10H16 hydrocarbons. Kraft Turpentine may also contain variable concentrations of miscellaneous sulfur compounds, some of which are known to be hazardous. Hazardous levels of reduced sulfur compounds, e.g. methyl mercaptan, may collect in the headspace of enclosed tanks or railcars. Sulfur compounds in Kraft turpentine vary by the region where they are produced, the tree species and whether the product is from a bleached or unbleached mill. Specific chemical analyses may be requested from the mill producing the Kraft turpentine.

Prevention

Wear gloves, eye, face and respiratory protection. Avoid breathing mist or vapors which causes respiratory tract irritation and burns. Do not eat drink or smoke when using this product. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment. Use only non- sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Use only outdoors or in a well- ventilated area. Contaminated clothing should not be taken out of the workplace. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

If in eyes rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do, continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists get medical attention. If swallowed, rinse mouth. If swallowed or inhaled immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician and remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower, continue rinsing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs, get medical advice/attention. In case of fire, use appropriate extinction methods. Wash hands after handling. Ingredients of Unknown Acute Toxicity (>1%): Not applicable.