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MATERIAL <br />Diesel Fuel 1 4 t p MSDS ,o 9909 <br />INHALATION <br />Excessive exposure may cause irritations to the nose, throat, lungs and respiratory tract. Central nervous <br />system (brain) effects may include headache, dizziness, loss of balance and coordination, <br />unconsciousness, coma, respiratory failure, and death. <br />WARNING: the burning of any hydrocarbon as a fuel in an area without adequate ventilation may result <br />in hazardous levels of combustion products, including carbon monoxide, and inadequate oxygen levels, <br />which may cause unconsciousness, suffocation, and death. <br />CHRONIC EFFECTS and CARCINOGENICITY <br />Similar products produced skin cancer and systemic toxicity in laboratory animals following repeated <br />applications. The significance of these results to human exposures has not been determined - see <br />Section 11 Toxicological Information. <br />IARC classifies whole diesel fuel exhaust particulates as probably carcinogenic to humans (Group 2A). <br />NIOSH regards whole diesel fuel exhaust particulates as a potential cause of occupational lung cancer <br />based on animal studies and limited evidence in humans. <br />MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE <br />Irritation from skin exposure may aggravate existing open wounds, skin disorders, and dermatitis (rash). <br />4. FIRST AID MEASURES <br />EYES <br />In case of contact with eyes, immediately flush with clean, low-pressure water for at least 15 min. Hold <br />eyelids open to ensure adequate flushing. Seek medical attention. <br />SKIN <br />Remove contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated areas thoroughly with soap and water or waterless <br />hand cleanser. Obtain medical attention if irritation or redness develops. <br />INGESTION <br />DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Do not give liquids. Obtain immediate medical attention. If spontaneous <br />vomiting occurs, lean victim forward to reduce the risk of aspiration. Monitor for breathing difficulties. <br />Small amounts of material which enter the mouth should be rinsed out until the taste is dissipated. <br />INHALATION <br />Remove person to fresh air. If person is not breathing provide artificial respiration. If necessary, provide <br />additional oxygen once breathing is restored if trained to do so. Seek medical attention immediately. <br />5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES <br />FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES: <br />FLASH POINT: > 125 OF (> 52 °C) minimum PMCC <br />AUTOIGNITION POINT: 494 OF (257 °C) <br />OSHA/NFPA FLAMMABILITY CLASS: 2 (COMBUSTIBLE) <br />LOWER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT (%): 0.6 <br />UPPER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT (%): 7.5 <br />FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS <br />Vapors may be ignited rapidly when exposed to heat, spark, open flame or other source of ignition. <br />When mixed with air and exposed to an ignition source, flammable vapors can burn in the open or <br />explode in confined spaces. Being heavier than air, vapors may travel long distances to an ignition source <br />and flash back. Runoff to sewer may cause fire or explosion hazard. <br />EXTINGUISHING MEDIA <br />SMALL FIRES: Any extinguisher suitable for Class B fires, dry chemical, CO2, water spray, fire fighting <br />foam, or Halon. <br />Revision Date: 10/18/2006 Page 2 of 7 <br />