Chlorodimethylsilane

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Physical hazards

Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 Reacts violently with water

Health hazards

Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 Corrosive to the respiratory tract

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Extremely flammable liquid and vapor In contact with water releases flammable gas Toxic if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Reacts violently with water Corrosive to the respiratory tract

Prevention

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

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Wash contaminated clothing before reuse

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant