2,4-Dinitrofluorobenzene

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 3 Acute dermal toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Central nervous system (CNS), Respiratory system. Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Kidney.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Causes skin irritation Causes eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing

Response

Get medical attention/advice if you feel unwell 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 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 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention 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 Rinse mouth

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

None identified