Pyridine

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification in accordance with paragraph (d) of 29 CFR 1910.1200. Classification in accordance with paragraph (d) of

Aspiration hazard

Category 1 Acute Toxicity - Oral - Category 4 Acute Toxicity - Dermal - Category 3 Acute Toxicity - Inhalation - Vapor - Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation - Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation - Category 1 Skin Sensitization - Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity - Category 2 Carcinogenicity - Category 2 Reproductive Toxicity - Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure - Category 1 ( central nervous system ) Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure - Category 3 ( respiratory system ) Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure - Category 1 ( kidneys , liver , nervous system , hematopoietic system ) Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Acute - Category 2 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Chronic - Category 1

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Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Toxic in contact with skin. Harmful if inhaled. Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Suspected of causing genetic defects. Suspected of causing cancer. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to organs. （central nervous system ） May cause respiratory irritation. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. （kidneys , liver , nervous system , hematopoietic system ） Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flame/hot surfaces - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Use only non-sparking tools. Do not breathe vapor or mist. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish. If exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Do NOT induce vomiting. Collect spillage.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

None known.