Tetrahydrofuran

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H302, H315, H319, H335, H336, H351

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard statements

Static accumulating flammable liquid can become electrostatically charged even in bonded and grounded equipment. Sparks may ignite liquid and vapor. May cause flash fire or explosion. Classification of the substance or mixture

Signal word

Danger Hazard statement(s) H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor H302 Harmful if swallowed 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

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. P264 Wash hands, face, and exposed skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell, P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep 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. P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P330 Rinse mouth. P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use water fog, alcohol resistant foam, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical powder to extinguish.

Storage

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

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant. Statement regarding ingredients of unknown toxicity 100% of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute dermal toxicity. 100% of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute inhalation toxicity.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS classification in accordance with: OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1200) - Carcinogenicity, Cat. 2 - Eye damage/irritation, Cat. 2A - Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure), Cat. 3 - Flammable liquids, Cat. 2 - Acute toxicity, oral, Cat. 4