TEMAH

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification in accordance with Schedule 1 of Hazardous Products Regulations (HPR) (SOR/2015-17) Flammable Liquids - Category 2 Substances and Mixtures which, in Contact with Water, Emit Flammable Gases - Category 2 Skin Corrosion/Irritation - Category 1 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation - Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure - Category 3 ( central nervous system )

Health hazards

Not Otherwise Classified - Category 1

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Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor. In contact with water releases flammable gases. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May cause burns to the respiratory tract.

Prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture. Do not allow contact with water. Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Take action to prevent static discharges. Use non-sparking tools. Do not breathe vapor or mist. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Specific treatment (see label). IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF ON SKIN: Brush off loose particles from skin and immerse in cool water. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Storage

Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. 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.