Chlorobenzotrifluoride

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Clear colourless liquid. Aromatic odour. This material is classified as hazardous under U.S. OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200) (Hazcom 2012) and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015). Flammable Liquid - Category 3 Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Single Exposure - Category 3 narcotic effects Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure - Category 3 respiratory tract irritation

Signal word

WARNING!

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary statements

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical and ventilating equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing mist or vapours. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use water fog, dry chemical, CO2 or ‘alcohol’ foam to extinguish. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up. Keep container tightly closed. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.