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KEROSENE | ICSC: 0663 |
Light petroleum Lamp oil Fuel oil no°1 CAS # 8008-20-6 RTECS # OA5500000 UN # 1223 EC # 649-404-00-4 November 26, 1998 Peer reviewed |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Flammable.
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NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
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Powder, AFFF, foam, carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION |
Above 37°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
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Above 37°C use a closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment.
Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding).
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In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
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EXPOSURE |
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PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!
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INHALATION |
Confusion.
Cough.
Dizziness.
Headache.
Sore throat.
Unconsciousness.
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Ventilation.
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Fresh air, rest.
Artificial respiration if indicated.
Refer for medical attention.
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SKIN |
Dry skin.
Roughness.
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Protective gloves.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Refer for medical attention.
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EYES |
Redness.
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Safety spectacles.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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INGESTION |
Diarrhoea.
Nausea.
Vomiting.
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
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Do NOT induce vomiting.
Rest.
Refer for medical attention.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers.
Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place.
Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.
(Extra personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus).
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Fireproof.
Separated from
strong oxidants.
Cool.
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Note: H Xn symbol R: 65 S: 2-23-24-62 UN Hazard Class: 3 UN Packing Group: III |
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SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK | ||||
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