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the physiology of the male rat uniquely predispose it to these effects. Consequently, the Risk <br /> Assessment Forum of the Environmental Protection Agency has recognized that these responses are <br /> j not predictive of a human health hazard. The liver tumors that were increased in the high-dose female <br /> mice are likewise of questionable significance because of their high spontaneous occurrence even j <br /> without chemical exposure and because the rate of their occurrence is accelerated by a broad <br /> ri spectrum of chemicals not commonly considered to be carcinogens (e.g., phenobarbital). Thus, the <br /> [ significance of the mouse liver tumor response in terms of human health is questionable. <br /> z <br /> Gasoline is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons and contains benzene (typically no more than 2 <br /> volume%),toluene, and xylene. Chronic exposure to high levels of benzene has been shown to cause <br /> cancer(leukemia) in humans and other adverse-blood effects (anemia). Benzene is considered a <br /> human carcinogen by IARC,NTP and OSHA. Over exposure to xylene and toluene can cause <br /> irritation to the upper respiratory tract, headache and narcosis. Some liver damage and lung <br /> inflammation were seen in chronic studies on xylene in guinea pigs but not in rats. <br /> Solvent"sniffing" (abuse)or intentional overexposure to vapors can produce serious central nervous <br /> system effects, including unconsciousness, and possibly death. <br /> l <br /> 12.0 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION <br /> Ecological testing has not been conducted on this material g g ri 1 by BP Amoco. <br /> I 13.0 DISPOSAL INFORMATION <br /> Residues and spilled material are hazardous waste due to ignitability. Disposal must be in accordance <br /> with applicable federal, state,or local regulations. Enclosed-controlled incineration is recommended <br /> unless directed otherwise by applicable ordinances. <br /> l <br /> The container for this product can present explosion or fire hazards, even when emptied! To avoid <br /> risk of injury,do not cut, puncture,or weld on or near this container. Since the emptied containers <br /> j retain product residue, follow label warnings even;after container is emptied. <br /> t{ <br /> t 14.0 TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION <br /> U.S. DEPT OF TRANSPOR'T'ATION � <br /> I <br /> fShipping Name Gasoline <br /> Hazard Class 3 <br /> Identification Number UN1203 j <br /> ._, Packing Group II <br /> - 1 <br /> I <br /> r <br /> i <br />