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Product: DEGREASING FLUID
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ISSUE: 4 ISSUE DATE: 17/03/2016
P331
Do NOT induce vomiting
STORAGE
P405
Store locked up
DISPOSAL
P501
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations
SECTION 3
COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredients Names and Proportions
Chemical Entity
CAS Number
Proportion (%)
Kerosine (petroleum); Straight run kerosine
8008-20-6
< 99
SECTION 4
FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of necessary first aid measures
Inhalation:
Remove victim from exposure if safe to do so. If rapid recovery does not
occur, transport to nearest medical facility for additional treatment. Remove
contaminated clothing.
Skin Contact:
If skin contact occurs, remove contaminated clothing and wash skin
thoroughly with water and follow by washing with soap if available.
Eye Contact:
If in eyes, hold eyes open, flood with water for at least 15 minutes. If
symptoms persist transport to nearest medical facility for additional treatment.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Transport to nearest medical facility
for additional treatment. If vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep head below
hips to prevent aspiration.
Symptoms caused by exposure
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory irritation, dizziness, nausea or unconsciousness.
Skin:
May include itching and redness.
Eye:
May include burning and temporary redness.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.
Medical attention and special treatment
Treat symptomatically.
SECTION 5
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
Foam, water spray or fog, dry chemical powder or carbon dioxide. Do not use water in a jet.
Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Will float and can be reignited on surface water. Vapour is heavier than air, can spread along ground and
distant ignition is possible.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
Wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus.
SECTION 6
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Avoid contact with spilled or released material. Shut off leaks, if possible without personal risks. Isolate
hazard area and deny entry to unnecessary or unprotected personnel. Remove all sources of ignition in the
surrounding area. Take precautionary measure against static discharge. Ensure electrical continuity by
bonding and earthing all equipment.