Studies of workers exposed to asphalt fume have been classified as providing inadequate evidence of carcinogenicity. Asphalt fume condensate skin painting studies on animals have shown tumor development. When it is heated, this material may cause thermal burns. Absorption Not applicable Ingestion Ingestion of this product is unlikely. However, ingestion of product may produce gastrointestinal irritation and disturbances.
Hot asphalt can cause severe thermal burns.
Target Organs Lungs, skin and eyes. Exposure Pre-existing chronic respiratory, skin, or eye diseases or conditions. Inhalation Remove individual to fresh air and administer artificial respiration or oxygen as necessary. Contact a medical professional. Skin Do not attempt to remove apshalt.