EU RISK PHRASES :

May cause cancer. Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. [R: 45-65]

EU SAFETY PHRASES :

Avoid exposure - obtain special instruction before use. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible). [S:53-45].

EU COMMENTS :

The classification as a carcinogen need not apply if it can be shown that the substance contains less than 0.1% w/w benzene.

The classification and label shown for this substance applies to the dangerous property(ies) indicated by the risk phrase(s) in combination with the category(ies) of danger shown. The requirements of Article 6 of the EEC Directive 94/69/EC apply to all other aspects of classification and labelling. The final label shall follow the requirements of section 7 of Annex VI of EEC Directive 94/69/EC.

CONCENTRATION GREATER THAN OR EQUAL TO 10%: Toxic; May cause cancer.

Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. [T;R 45-65]

CONCENTRATION LESS THAN 10% OR GREATER THAN OR EQUAL TO 0.1%: Toxic; May cause cancer. [T;R 45]

Preparations containing this substance must be classified as harmful with R65 (Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.) if they meet the EC criteria for aspiration (based on viscosity and surface tension).