Dimethyldi-n-octadecylammonium bromide

Hazard statements

Xi Irritant N Dangerous for the environment Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment R 37/38 Irritating to respiratory system and skin. R 41 Risk of serious damage to eyes. R 50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic

Classification system

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

2.2 Label elements

Danger 3.3/1 - Causes serious eye damage. 3.2/2 - Causes skin irritation. Warning 4.1/1 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Warning 3.8/3 - May cause respiratory irritation.

Prevention

Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

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. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Specific treatment (see label). If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Collect spillage.

Storage

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

Disposal

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