AGRIGAS M (METHYL BROMIDE)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H280, H301, H315, H319, H330, H335, H341, H373, H400, H420

Code

Statements

H280

Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO AUSTRALIAN WHS REGULATIONS

Classification (GHS-US)

Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Category 2 Gases Under Pressure: Liquefied gas Hazardous to the Ozone Layer: Category 1 Aquatic Toxicity (Acute): Category 1 Specific Target Organ Systemic Toxicity (Single Exposure): Category 3 Acute Toxicity Oral Category 3 Acute Toxicity Inhalation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage / Eye Irritation: Category 2A Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 2 Specific Target Organ Systemic Toxicity (Repeated Exposure): Category 2

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. H301 Toxic if swallowed. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H330 Fatal if inhaled. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects. H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H400 Very toxic to aquatic life. H420 Harms public health and the environment by destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere.

Prevention

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P284 Wear respiratory protection.

Response

P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove 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. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P320 Specific treatment is urgent - see first aid instructions. P330 Rinse mouth. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. P391 Collect spillage.

Storage

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. P410 + P403 Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with relevant regulations. P502 Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information on recovery/recycling.

2.3 Other hazards

No information provided.