PROPYLENE OXIDE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H224, H302+H312, H319, H331, H335, H340, H350, H402

Code

Statements

H224

Extremely flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification according to UN GHS 2009 Classification of the substance and mixture Flammable liquids: Cat.1 Acute toxicity: Cat.3 (Inhalation - vapour) Acute toxicity: Cat.4 (oral) Acute toxicity: Cat.4 (dermal) Eye irritation: Cat.2A Germ cell mutagenicity: Cat.1B Carcinogenicity: Cat.1B Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure: Cat.3 (irritating to respiratory system) Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute: Cat.3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H224 Extremely flammable liquid and vapour. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H331 Toxic if inhaled. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H350 May cause cancer. H340 May cause genetic defects. H302 + H312 Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin. H402 Harmful to aquatic life.

Prevention

P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye protection or face protection. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P260 Do not breathe mist or vapour. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P280 Wear eye protection. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P264 Wash contaminated body parts thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

P311 Call a POISON CENTER or physician. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention. P361 + P364 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P330 Rinse mouth. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water spray for extinction.

Storage

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

Precautionary statements

(Disposal) P501 Dispose of contents and container to hazardous or special waste collection point.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

If applicable information is provided in this section on other hazards which do not result in classification but which may contribute to the overall hazards of the substance or mixture.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquids: Cat.1 Acute toxicity: Cat.3 (Inhalation - vapour) Acute toxicity: Cat.4 (oral) Acute toxicity: Cat.4 (dermal) Eye irritation: Cat.2A Germ cell mutagenicity: Cat.1B Carcinogenicity: Cat.1B Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure: Cat.3 (irritating to respiratory system) Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute: Cat.3