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TURPENTINE | ICSC: 1063 |
Spirits of turpentine Oil of turpentine Steam distilled turpentine Gum spirits Wood turpentine C10H16 (approx) Molecular mass: 136 (approx) CAS # 8006-64-2 RTECS # YO8400000 UN # 1299 EC # 650-002-00-6 March 06, 2002 Peer reviewed |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Flammable.
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
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Foam,
dry powder,
carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION |
Above 30°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
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Above 30°C use a closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment.
Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding).
Use non-sparking handtools.
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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!
STRICT HYGIENE!
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INHALATION |
Confusion.
Cough.
Headache.
Sore throat.
Shortness of breath.
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Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Artificial respiration may be needed.
Refer for medical attention.
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SKIN |
Redness.
Pain.
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Protective gloves.
Protective clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
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EYES |
Blurred vision.
Pain.
Redness.
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Safety spectacles,
or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
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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 |
Burning sensation.
Abdominal pain.
Nausea.
Vomiting.
Confusion.
Convulsions.
Diarrhoea.
Unconsciousness.
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
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Do NOT induce vomiting.
Give plenty of water to drink.
Refer for medical attention.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Cover the spilled material with dry earth or sand or other non-combustible material.
Ventilation.
Remove all ignition sources.
Do NOT wash away into sewer.
Sweep spilled substance into containers
and
then remove to safe place.
(Extra personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus.)
Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.
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Fireproof.
Separated from
strong oxidants,
incompatible materials
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See Chemical Dangers.
Cool.
Keep in a well-ventilated room.
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Marine pollutant. Xn symbol N symbol R: 10-20/21/22-36/38-43-51/53-65 S: 2-36/37-46-61-62 UN Hazard Class: 3 UN Packing Group: III |
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