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0.10%Sulfur Diesel Fuel Page 3 of 5 <br /> resulting in inflammation and possible fluid accumulation in <br /> the lungs. oral LD50 for diesel fuel is 9 ml/kg (rat) . <br /> Subchronic and Chronic Effects- of Overexposure: <br /> Combustion, a normal use of diesel fuel, results in an exhaust that <br /> has been associated with lung cancer in animals. There is limited <br /> evidence to suggest an association between occupational exposure to <br /> diesel exhaust and lung cancer in humans. <br /> Carbon monoxide inhalation may cause carboxyhemoglobinemia. Chronic <br /> exposure to carbon monoxide causes fatigue, poor memory, loss of <br /> sensation in fingers, visual disturbances and insomnia. <br /> Carboxyhemoglobinemia is frequently misdiagnosed as flu. <br /> Sensitive sub-populations to the inhalation of carbon monoxide exist. <br /> Carbon monoxide displaces oxygen in the bloodstream and therefore, <br /> can adversely effect people with pre-existing heart disease, pregnant <br /> women and smokers. <br /> Other Health Effects: <br /> No known applicable information. <br /> Health Hazard Categories: <br /> Animal Human Animal Human <br /> Known Carcinogen Toxic <br /> Suspect Carcinogen Corrosive <br /> Mutagen Irritant X X <br /> Teratogen Target Organ Toxin _X _X_ <br /> Allergic Sensitizer Specify - Lung-Aspiration Hazard <br /> Highly Toxic <br /> First Aid and Emergency Procedures: <br /> Eye: Flush eyes with running water for at least fifteen minutes. ' <br /> If irritation or adverse symptoms develop, seek medical <br /> attention. <br /> Skin: Immediately wash skin with soap and water for at least <br /> fifteen minutes. If irritation or adverse symptoms <br /> develop, seek medical attention.' <br /> Inhalation: Remove from exposure. If breathing is difficult, give <br /> oxygen. If breathing ceases, administer artificial <br /> respiration followed by oxygen. Seek immediate medical <br /> attention. <br /> Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention. <br /> Note to Physician: Gastric lavage using a cuffed endotracheal tube - <br /> may be performed at your discretion. <br /> G. Physical Data <br /> http://seweb2.phillips66.com/hes/msds.nsf/fe38dO78]8a8968.../547a5e95eafd7fbfM2565d10078772f?OpenDocumen 12/30/98 <br /> i <br />