General Information
Version
4
Revision date
2024-03-29
Product name
Neopentyl alcohol
Product Synonyms
2,2-Dimethyl-1-propanol
CAS No.
75-84-3
Emergency telephone
1-800-234-7437, 001-800-227-6701, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Flammable solid May cause respiratory irritation Harmful if inhaled May cause drowsiness and dizziness
Prevention
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell
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
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Flammable solids Category 2 Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 4 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system, Central nervous system (CNS).
