Dansyl chloride

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Toxic if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause respiratory irritation In contact with water, releases gases which are toxic if inhaled

Prevention

Do not allow contact with water Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing 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

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing 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 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting Wash contaminated clothing before reuse

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 3 (based on evolved HCl gas) Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system. Health Hazards Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 In contact with water, releases gases which are toxic if inhaled