N-Vinyl-2-pyrrolidinone

Physical hazards

Not classified.

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Acute toxicity, dermal Category 3 Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 2 exposure

Environmental hazards

Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin. Causes serious eye damage. Toxic if inhaled. May cause respiratory irritation. Suspected of causing cancer. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe mist or vapor. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear eye protection/face protection. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

If swallowed Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. 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. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. Rinse mouth. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

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

Additional information

None.