1,1,1-Trichloroethane

Physical hazards

Not classified.

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 3

Long term hazards

Hazardous to the ozone layer Category 1 OSHA defined hazards Not classified.

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. Harmful if inhaled. Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Harms public health and the environment by destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere.

Prevention

Avoid breathing vapors. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear eye protection/face protection. Wear protective gloves.

Response

If on skin Wash with plenty of water. If inhaled Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

Storage

Store away from incompatible materials.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

100% of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute dermal toxicity.