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Health Effects
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| CAUTION! EYE AND SKIN IRRITANT. In case of eye contact - flush with water. Skin contact - wash thoroughly with soap and water. In ingested, drink a large amount of water, induce vomiting. Contact physician. Rubber gloves and safety goggles recommended. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Bar Code: 0-25056-05350-3 (GA 0535). |
From MSDS
Inhalation: Acute effects caused from overexposure to coal tar may include coughing, sneezing, and swollen or irritated nasal mucosa and sinuses. Eye Contact: Vapors and mist may cause irritation to the eyes and mucous membranes. Symptoms may include a burning sensation, photophobia, keratoconjunctivitis, redness, swelling, tearing and possible corneal changes. Skin Contact: Exposure causes skin irritation characterized by skin itching, burning, swelling and redness. Photosensitization of the skin may occur. This irritation has a burning sensation somewhat like sunburn and is accentuated by sunlight. Ingestion: Not listed Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Persons with history of diseases in the liver, skin, eye, respiratory system, blood forming organs or with bleeding abnormalities or exposure to material harmful to these systems are at greater risk than normal risk of developing adverse health effects when working with this product.
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From MSDS
Repeated and/or prolonged contact to high concentrations may result in toxic effects, such as respiratory difficulties, convulsions, and possible cardiovascular collapse may occur. Repeated or prolonged contact may contribute to conditions such as dermatitis, tar warts, and rough skin. Chronic overexposure (as defined by OSHA standard) may cause cancer.
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From MSDS
This product contains coal tar pitch. Volume 35 of IARC monographs states that there is sufficient evidence that occupational exposure to coal tar is causally associated with the occurrence of skin cancer in humans. Coal tar pitch volatiles, soots, tars, and oils are listed as a carcinogenic category by OSHA and the National Toxicology Program. This product contains the following substances considered by the State of California to cancer: Benz(a)anthracene, Benzene, Benzo(b)fluoranthene, Benzo(j)fluoranthene, Benzo(k) fluoranthene, and Benzo(a)pyrene.
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From MSDS
Keep all containers tightly closed and in a properly ventilated area, away from sources of heat and flame.
"Empty" containers retain residue (liquid and/or vapor) and can be dangerous. Do not pressurize cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind or expose such containers to heat, flame, sparks, or other sources of ignition. Do not attempt to clean since residue is difficult to remove. For work on tanks, refer to OSHA regulation ANSI Z49.1 and other governmental and industrial references pertaining to cleaning, repairing, welding or other contemplated operations.
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From MSDS
Dispose of in an environmentally safe manner and in accordance with governmental regulation. "Empty" containers retain residue (liquid and/or vapor) and can be dangerous. Dispose of accordingly.
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