WHMIS (Decahydronaphthalene)

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

WHMIS 2015 classification - Note to reader

• Flammable liquids - Category 31
• Flash point = 57,2 °C Setaflash closed cup

• Acute toxicity - inhalation - Category 32 3

• Skin corrosion/irritation - Category 24

• Aspiration hazard - Category 15
• Liquid hydrocarbon with a kinematic viscosity of 0,33 - 2,24 mm2/s at 25 - 50 °C

Danger

Flammable liquid and vapour (H226)
Toxic if inhaled (H331)
Causes skin irritation (H315)
May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways (H304)

Ingredient disclosure

References

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  http://echa.europa.eu/information-on-chemicals/registered-substances
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