ZEP 520A

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview: This material is a transparent, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a sweet odor. Combustible liquid and vapors. Harmful if ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin. May produce vapors or mists that can cause eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation. Prolonged or repeated exposure to vapors may cause drowsiness, nausea, dizziness, or headaches. Toxic combustion products may be released under fire conditions

Potential health effects

From Overexposure Possible routes of entry include skin & eye contact and process vapor or mist inhalation.

Contains

Anisole. Contact with liquid, vapors, or mists may cause irritation to the eyes and skin. Inhalation of vapors or mists may cause irritation of the nose, throat, and respiratory tract. Inhalation of high vapor or mist concentrations may produce narcotic effects, CNS depression, unconsciousness, and death. Accidental ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea and possible liver or kidney effects. Processing under conditions of inadequate ventilation may produce symptoms of coughing, tearing, difficult breathing, drowsiness, nausea, dizziness, or headaches. Appropriate precautions should be taken to minimize potential exposure to accidental ingestion, inhalation of process vapors or mists, and skin contact. Overexposure to decomposition or combustion products may cause irritation of the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. Symptoms such as coughing, tearing, and irritation should be regarded as potentially hazardous and measures taken to avoid exposure. See Section 10 for information on combustion products.