Methyl chloroacetate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H301, H310, H315, H317, H318, H335

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor Toxic if swallowed Causes skin irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes serious eye damage May cause respiratory irritation Fatal 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 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment Keep cool Take action to prevent static discharges Use non-sparking tools Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell Skin Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower Eyes 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 or doctor/physician Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Rinse mouth Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish

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

Very toxic to aquatic life

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Category 3 Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute dermal toxicity Category 2 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 2 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system. Label Elements Signal Word