Methylene Chloride ACS

Hazard statements (CLP)

H315, H320, H335, H336, H351, H373

Code

Statements

H315

Causes skin irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.3 Other hazards

Exposure in an enclosed or poorly ventilated area may be harmful Specific Target Organs Toxicity (STOT) Liver, Pancreas, Blood, Central nervous system, Heart, Kidney,

Signal word

Warning

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Skin irritation Category 2 Eye irritation Category 2B Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity-repeated exposure Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity-single exposure (Respiratory tract irritation, Category 3 Narcotic effects)

Hazard statements

H315 Causes skin irritation. H320 Causes eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H373 Cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Precautionary statements

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/vapours/spray. P264 Wash thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye, and face protection. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position 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. P332+P337+P313 If skin or eye irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P403+P233+P405 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.

Potential health effects

Eyes Causes eye irritation. Inhalation May be harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Skin Harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin irritation. Ingestion Harmful if swallowed NFPA Ratings HMIS Ratings Health 2 Flammability 1 Reactivity 0 Health 2 Fire 1 Reactivity 0 Specific hazard Not Available