General Information
Revision date
2017-05-30
Product name
1,1-Dibromoethane, stabilized
Product Synonyms
1,1-Dibromoethane; Ethylidene bromide
CAS No.
557-91-5
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute dermal toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 4 Carcinogenicity Category 2
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin Harmful if inhaled Suspected of causing cancer
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse Ingestion Rinse mouth IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
Storage
Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Other hazards
May cause eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.