ICSC 0572 - CREOSOTE

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CREOSOTE

ICSC: 0572
_{May 2003}

Wash oil
Creosote oil
Coal tar creosote

CAS No: 8001-58-9
RTECS No: GF8615000
EC No: 648-101-00-4

TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Combustible.	NO open flames.	Powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION

EXPOSURE		AVOID ALL CONTACT!
Inhalation	Cough. Shortness of breath.	Local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Burning sensation.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Safety goggles, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
Ingestion	Confusion. Headache. Nausea. Vomiting. Weakness. Shock or collapse.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer for medical attention. Do NOT induce vomiting.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	PACKAGING & LABELLING
Collect leaking liquid in covered containers. Use face shield. (Extra personal protection: complete protective clothing and filter respirator for organic gases and vapours.) Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.	T Symbol R: 45 S: 53-45 Note: H, J, M	Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE	STORAGE
NFPA Code: H2; F2; R0	Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs.

IMPORTANT DATA

Physical State; Appearance
BLACK TO BROWN, OILY LIQUID, WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Chemical dangers
On combustion, forms toxic fumes.

Occupational exposure limits
TLV not established.

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, through the skin and by ingestion.

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C and especially on spraying.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Exposure to sun may enhance the irritating effect of creosote on skin and eyes and lead to burns. Exposure by ingestion may result in death. Medical observation is indicated.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis and hyperpigmentation of skin. This substance is probably carcinogenic to humans.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES	ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: 200-400°C Melting point: about 20°C Density: 1.0-1.17 g/cm³ Solubility in water: very poor Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: about 6 Flash point: above 66°C c.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 335°C	The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. This substance may be hazardous in the environment; special attention should be given to soil contamination, ground water contamination. It is strongly advised that this substance does not enter the environment.

NOTES

Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.
Do NOT take working clothes home.

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