N-(4-Methylsulphonyl-3-nitrophenyl)piperazine

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture RESPIRATORY SENSITIZATION - Category 1 CARCINOGENICITY - Category 1A Percentage of the mixture consisting of ingredient(s) of unknown acute toxicity: 10.8% (oral), 10.8% (dermal), 84.7% (inhalation)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H350 - May cause cancer.

Prevention

P201 - Obtain special instructions before use. P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P280 - Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection. P284 - Wear respiratory protection. P261 - Avoid breathing dust or mist.

Response

P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention. P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P342 + P311 - If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor.

Storage

P405 - Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 - Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Sanding and grinding dusts may be harmful if inhaled. This product contains crystalline silica which can cause lung cancer or silicosis. The risk of cancer depends on the duration and level of exposure to dust from sanding surfaces or mist from spray applications. Handling and/or processing of this material may generate a dust which can cause mechanical irritation of the eyes, skin, nose and throat. Emits toxic fumes when heated. See toxicological information (Section 11)

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

RESPIRATORY SENSITIZATION - Category 1 substance or mixture CARCINOGENICITY - Category 1A Percentage of the mixture consisting of ingredient(s) of unknown acute toxicity: 10.8% (oral), 10.8% (dermal), 84.7% (inhalation)