3-Chloro-2-chloromethyl-1-propene

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 3 Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 1 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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Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor Toxic if swallowed Fatal if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection

Response

Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Skin Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water If skin irritation 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 Fire Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance Evacuate area

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Very toxic to aquatic life Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow of tears)