2-Methyl-2,4-pentanediol

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Flammable liquids Category 4 Skin Corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system.

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Warning

Hazard statements

Combustible liquid Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness and dizziness

Prevention

Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Keep container tightly closed Take precautionary measures against static discharge Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse Eyes 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 Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Fire Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Other hazards

hygroscopic.