SDS

Safety Data Sheet
19 Asphalt Cements/Mastics/Coatings
SDS Revision Date:
05/01//2015
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Inhalation
If respiratory discomfort occurs, remove to fresh air. If discomfort continues, administer
oxygen and get medical attention.
Eyes
Irrigate copiously with clean water for at least 15 minutes, holding the eyelids apart and
seek medical attention.
Skin
If this product comes in contact with skin, remove material with mineral oil, then wash with
soap and plenty of water.
Ingestion
If swallowed obtain immediate medical attention. Keep at rest. Do NOT induce vomiting.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Overview
Pre-existing eye, skin, and respiratory disorders may be aggravated by exposure to these
products. Exposure to high concentrations of fumes may have an anesthetic effect.
Possible cancer hazard. Contains an ingredient which may cause cancer based on animal
data (See Section 3 and Section 15 for each ingredient). Risk of cancer depends on
duration and level of exposure.
Exposure to solvent vapor concentrations from the component solvents in excess of the
stated occupational exposure limits may result in adverse health effects such as mucous
membrane and respiratory system irritation and adverse effects on the kidneys, liver and
central nervous system. Symptoms include headache, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, muscular
weakness, drowsiness and in extreme cases, loss of consciousness.
Repeated or prolonged contact with the preparation may cause removal of natural fat from
the skin resulting in dryness, irritation and possible non-allergic contact dermatitis. Solvents
may also be absorbed through the skin. Splashes of liquid in the eyes may cause irritation
and soreness with possible reversible damage. See section 2 for further details.
Eyes
Causes serious eye irritation.
Skin
May cause an allergic skin reaction.
5. Fire-fighting measures
5.1. Extinguishing media
Class "B" dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or other suitable extinguishing material such as dry sand. Do not use
halogenated agents. When flames have been eliminated, cover residue with dry extinguishing agent or dry sand and
allow it to remain undisturbed until it has cooled. If fire appears to increase in intensity, stop using these agents. Apply
Class "D" extinguishing agent or more dry, inert, granular material. Ring fire with extinguishing material and allow the
fire to burn out.
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Hazardous decomposition: Oxides of carbon, various hydrocarbon fragments
Keep away from heat / sparks / open flames / hot surfaces - No smoking.
Keep cool.