Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
75-09-2
Name of the chemical
Methylene chloride
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2020-10-06
Product name
METHYLENE CHLORIDE
Product Synonyms
Dichloromethane (DCM), Methylene Chloride (MC)
CAS No.
75-09-2
1.2.2. Uses advised against
This chemical/product is not and cannot be distributed in commerce (as defined in TSCA section 3(5)) or processed (as defined in TSCA section 3(13)) for consumer paint or coating removal
Emergency telephone
1-352-323-3500 (International
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Company Information
company name
Caseway Industrial Products, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H305, H315, H319, H335, H336, H351, H370, H373, H402, H412
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Appearance Clear colorless liquid Physical State Liquid Odor Ether-like
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 [H302] Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 [H315] Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A [H319] Carcinogenicity Category 2 [H351] Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1 [H370] Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 [H373]
Aspiration hazard
Category 2 [H305] Hazardous to the aquatic life Category 3 [H412]
2.3 Other hazards
Methylene chloride can be metabolized to carbon monoxide (CO), which is then very tightly bound to hemoglobin. This complex is called carboxyhemoglobin (COHb) and results in a reduction in the oxygen carried in the blood. This product may be absorbed through the skin, causing systemic effects. • Exposure in an enclosed or poorly-ventilated area may be harmful. • This material may be absorbed across the skin causing systemic effects. • ASPIRATION HAZARD IF SWALLOWED – CAN ENTER LUNGS AND CAUSE DAMAGE
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H302: Harmful if swallowed H305: May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways H315: Causes skin irritation H319: Causes serious eye irritation H335: May cause respiratory irritation. H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness H351: Suspected of causing cancer H370: Causes damage to cardiovascular system including elevated carboxyhemoglobin levels H373: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H402: Harmful to aquatic life
Prevention
P201: Obtain special instructions before use. P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P264: Wash hands, arms, and face thoroughly after handling. P270: Do not eat, drink, or smoke while using this product P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned Get medical advice/attention P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing. P337+P313 IF eye irritation persists Get medical advice/attention P302+P352 IF ON SKIN wash with plenty of water P332+P313 IF SKIN irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention P362: Take off contaminated clothing. P304+P340 IF INHALED Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing P304+P312 IF INHALED Call a POSION CENTER/doctor/… if you feel unwell P310 IF SWALLOWED Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
Storage
P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405: Store locked up.
Precautionary statements
Disposal P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.
