ACRYLONITRILE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H301, H311, H315, H317, H318, H331, H335, H350, H361, H411

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Flammable liquids – Category 2 Acute toxicity – Oral – Category 3 Acute toxicity – Dermal – Category 2 Acute toxicity – Inhalation – Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation – Category 2

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Eye damage/irritation – Category 1 Skin sensitization – Category 1 Carcinogenicity – Category 1B Reproductive toxicity – Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure – Category 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment – Acute – Category 2 Hazardous to the aquatic environment – Chronic – Category 2 Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of

Classification system

adopted Chemicals (GHS), United Nations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

The product does not have other hazards. SDS Adequate labeling elements

Signal word

DANGER H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour. H301 Toxic if swallowed. H311 Toxicl in contact with skin. H315 Causes skin irritation. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Hazard statements

H318 Causes serious eye damage. H331 Toxic if inhaled. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H350 May cause cancer. H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read

Precautionary statements

and understood. P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. SDS P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating or lighting equipment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P261 Avoid breathing mist and vapours. P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.

Response

P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or a doctor. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty water and soap. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep 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. P311 Call a POISON CENTER or a doctor. SDS P312 Call a POISON CENTER or a doctor if you feel unwell. P321 Specific treatment. P330 Rinse mouth. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice. P361 + P364 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry chemical powder, alcohol resistant foam or water fog to extinguish. P391 Collect spillage.

Storage

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.