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h . oxygen Get medical attention if symptoms continue Note to Physicians Ingestion of this product or subsequent vomiting may result in aspiration of light hydrocarbon liquid, which may cause pneumonitis SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES See Section 7 for proper handling and storage FIRE CLASSIFICATION OSHA Classification (29 CFR 1910 1200) Extremely flammable liquid NFPA RATINGS Health 2 Flammability 3 Reactivity 0 FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES Flashpoint -9 4 °C (15 1°F) (Closed Cup) Autoignition 528 9 °C (984°F) Flammability(Explosive) Limits (% by volume in air) Lower 1 2 Upper 7 1 EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Use water fog, foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide(CO2) to extinguish flames PROTECTION OF FIRE FIGHTERS Fire Fighting Instructions For fires involving this material, do not enter any enclosed or confined fire space without proper protective equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus Combustion Products Highly dependent on combustion conditions A complex mixture of airborne solids, liquids, and gases including carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and unidentified organic compounds will be evolved when this material undergoes combustion SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Protective Measures Eliminate all sources of ignition in the vicinity of the spill or released vapor If this material is released into the work area, evacuate the area immediately Monitor area with combustible gas indicator Spill Management Stop the source of the release if you can do it without risk Contain release to prevent further contamination of soil, surface water or groundwater Clean up spill as soon as possible, observing precautions in Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Use appropriate techniques such as applying non-combustible sorbent materials or pumping All equipment used when handling the product must be grounded A vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors Use clean non-sparking tools to collect absorbed material Where feasible and appropriate, remove contaminated soil Place contaminated materials in disposable containers and dispose of in a manner consistent with applicable regulations Reporting U S A regulations require reporting spills of this material that could reach any surface waters Report spills to local authorities and/or the U S Coast Guard National Response Center at (800)424-8802 as appropriate or required SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE I READ AND OBSERVE ALL PRECAUTIONS ON PRODUCT LABEL REFER TO PRODUCT LABEL OR MANUFACTURERS TECHNICAL BULLETINS FOR THE PROPER USE AND HANDLING OF THIS MATERIAL I Precautionary Measures This product presents an extreme fire hazard Liquid very quickly evaporates, even at low temperatures, and forms vapor(fumes)which can catch fire and burn with explosive violence Invisible vapor spreads easily and can be set on fire by many sources such as pilot lights,welding equipment, and electrical motors and switches Do not get in eyes Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Wash thoroughly after handling Do not breathe vapor or fumes General Handling Information Avoid work practices that may release volatile components in the atmosphere Local air pollution regulations should be consulted to determine if the release of volatile components is regulated or restricted in the area in which this material is used Avoid contaminating sod or releasing this material into sewage and drainage systems and bodies of water Static Hazard Electrostatic charge may accumulate and create a hazardous condition when handling this material To Revision Number 1 3 of 10 TOLUENE(COMMERCIAL GRADE) Revision Date 07/21/2003 MSDS 2900