1 Methyl-2-pyrrolidinone

OSHA HCS Classification

Skin irritation (Category 2) Eye irritation (Category 2A) Reproductive toxicity (Category 1B) Specific target organ toxicity single exposure (Category 3), Respiratory system

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation.  Causes serious eye irritation.  May cause respiratory irritation.  May damage fertility or the unborn child.

Precautionary statements

Obtain special instruction before use.  Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.  Avoid breathing fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray.  Wash skin thoroughly after handling.  Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.  Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.  IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.  IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell.  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.  If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.  If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.  Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.  In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.  Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.  Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.  Store locked up.  Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

None