2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol

Hazard statements

T Toxic Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment R 24/25 Toxic in contact with skin and if swallowed. R 37/38 Irritating to respiratory system and skin. R 41 Risk of serious damage to eyes. R 68 Possible risk of irreversible effects.

Classification system

HMIS ratings (scale 0-4) (Hazardous Materials Identification System) HEALTH 2 Health (acute effects) = 2 FIRE 2 Flammability = 2 Reactivity = 1 REACTIVITY 1

2.2 Label elements

Danger 3.1/3 - Toxic if swallowed. 3.1/3 - Toxic in contact with skin. 3.2/2 - Causes skin irritation. 3.8/3 - May cause respiratory irritation. Danger 3.3/1 - Causes serious eye damage. Warning 3.5/2 - Suspected of causing genetic defects. Warning 2.6/4 - Combustible liquid.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Use personal protective equipment as required.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Specific treatment (see label). Specific measures (see label). Rinse mouth. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. In case of fire Use for extinction CO2, powder or water spray

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.