METHYL ACRYLATE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H302, H302+H312, H312, H315, H317, H318, H331, H335, H401, H412

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview Color: Clear - colourless Physical state: liquid Odor: pungent

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquid., Category 2, H225 Oral: Acute toxicity, Category 4, H302 Inhalation: Acute toxicity, Category 3, H331 Dermal: Acute toxicity, Category 4, H312 Skin irritation, Category 2, H315 Serious eye damage, Category 1, H318 Skin sensitisation, Category 1, H317 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure, Category 3, H335 Chronic aquatic toxicity, Category 3, H412 *For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H225 : Highly flammable liquid and vapour. H302 + H312 : Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin H315 : Causes skin irritation. H317 : May cause an allergic skin reaction. H318 : Causes serious eye damage. H331 : Toxic if inhaled. H335 : May cause respiratory irritation. H401 : Toxic to aquatic life. H412 : Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P210 : Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. P233 : Keep container tightly closed. P240 : Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 : Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment. P242 : Use only non-sparking tools. P243 : Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P261 : Avoid breathing gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 : Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 : Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 : Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 : Avoid release to the environment. P280 : Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair) Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304 + P340 IF INHALED Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 : Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P322 : Specific measures (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). P330 : Rinse mouth. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical advice/ attention P362 : Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction

Storage

P403 + P233 : Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P403 + P235 : Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 : Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 : Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Potential health effects

If swallowed, may cause severe irritation and injury to the mouth, throat and digestive tract. Vapor causes irritation to the respiratory tract and the eyes. Possible cross sensitization with other acrylates and methacrylates. Medical conditions aggravated by overexposure: Respiratory disease or diminished respiratory capacity.