SDS

Safety Data Sheet
160 Asphalt Cements/Mastics/Coatings
SDS Revision Date:
05/01/2015
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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.
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.
Ground / bond container and receiving equipment.
Use explosion-proof electrical / ventilating / light / equipment.
Use only non-sparking tools.
Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
Avoid breathing dust / fume / gas / mist / vapors / spray.
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
5.3. Advice for fire-fighters
When heated above flash point, material will release flammable vapors which can burn or be explosive in confined
spaces if ignited. Do not mix with strong oxidants such as liquid chlorine or concentrated oxygen.
If the fire does not respond to above agents or they are not available, use foam or water FOG as a last resort. Water
may also be used to cool exposed, but not burning, containers. These products may float and be re-ignited on top of
water.
Closed containers may explode in a fire. Keep containers cool and remove to a safe location.