Dichloromethane

Hazard statements (CLP)

H302, H315, H319, H336, H350, H372, H411

Code

Statements

H302

Harmful if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Eye Damage/Irritation Category 2; Skin damage/irritation Category 2; Acute Toxicity, Oral Category 4, Specific Target Organ Toxicity – single exposure Category 3; Specific Target Organ Toxicity – repeated exposure Category 1; Carcinogenicity Category 1B; Chronic Aquatic Toxicity; Category 1

Signal word

Danger!

Hazard statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H350 May cause cancer. H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions are read and understood. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P314 Get medical attention/advice if you feel unwell. P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. P305-P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so – continue rinsing. P304-P340 IN INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P405 Store locked up. P273 Avoid release to the environment. SECTION 2 NOTES