Chloropicrin Warning Agent

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Appearance slightly oily, clear to light Physical state Liquid Odor Tear gas odor (odor is green/brown liquid intensely irritating)

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed Fatal if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation

Prevention

Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection

Response

IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth

Storage

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

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Very toxic to aquatic life