⚠ WARNING: Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are IARC Group 1 carcinogens. Hot tar splash causes severe thermal burns. Fume from hot application is both carcinogenic and irritating. Sun exposure after skin contact causes photosensitization burns.
GHS Hazard Pictograms
⚠ Harmful/Irritant❤️ Health Hazard🌊 Environmental
Hazard Statements (H-codes)
H312 – Harmful in contact with skin
H315 – Causes skin irritation
H317 – May cause allergic skin reaction
H350 – May cause cancer
H373 – May cause organ damage through prolonged exposure
H411 – Toxic to aquatic life
Precautionary Statements (P-codes)
P201 – Obtain special instructions before use
P260 – Do not breathe fume
P272 – Contaminated clothing should not leave workplace
P280 – Wear full PPE
First Aid Measures (Section 4)
👁Eye Contact▼
Flush with water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
🖐Skin Contact▼
Cool hot tar burns with water — do NOT attempt to remove adhered tar. Cover with clean bandage. Seek emergency care for significant burns.
🫁Inhalation▼
Move to fresh air. Seek medical attention for significant fume exposure.
🫦Ingestion▼
Call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222). Seek medical attention.
Storage & Handling
🔒 Storage & Handling: Store in cool location. Heated tar requires secondary containment and fire protection. Cool to ambient before storage.
PPE Requirements
Face shield
Leather gloves and forearm protection
Long sleeves (sun exposure after contact causes burns)
Organic vapour/P100 respirator when applying hot
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