ICSC 0572 - CREOSOTE

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CREOSOTE	ICSC: 0572 (July 2003)
Wash oil Creosote oil Coal tar creosote

CAS #: 8001-58-9

EC Number: 232-287-5

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible.	NO open flames.	Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide.

AVOID ALL CONTACT!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Shortness of breath.	Use 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.	Wear 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 refer for medical attention.
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	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: complete protective clothing, face shield and filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in covered containers as far as possible.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

CREOSOTE

ICSC: 0572

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance BLACK-TO-BROWN OILY LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers Chemical dangers On combustion, forms toxic fumes.	Boiling point: 200-400°C Melting point: ~20°C Density: 1.0-1.17 g/cm³ Solubility in water: very poor Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: ~ 6 Flash point: >66°C c.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 335°C

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

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

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
On combustion, forms toxic fumes.

Boiling point: 200-400°C
Melting point: ~20°C
Density: 1.0-1.17 g/cm³
Solubility in water: very poor
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: ~ 6
Flash point: >66°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 335°C

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Exposure to sun may enhance the irritating effect of this substance. This may result in burns. Ingestion could cause death. Medical observation is indicated.	Inhalation risk A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C , especially on spraying. 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.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Exposure to sun may enhance the irritating effect of this substance. This may result in burns. Ingestion could cause death. Medical observation is indicated.

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

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.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. This substance may be hazardous to the environment. Special attention should be given to soil contamination and ground water contamination. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment.

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

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: T; R: 45; S: 53-45; Note: H, J, M

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