Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
108-88-3
Name of the chemical
Toluene
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2021-12-24
Product name
Sodium 30 wt% dispersion in toluene, <0.1 mm particle size
Emergency telephone
US 001-201-796-7100 / Europe +32 14 57 52 99
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Company Information
company name
fisher scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
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 2 Substances/mixtures which, in contact with water, emit Category 1 flammable gases Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system, Central nervous system (CNS). Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Respiratory system, Neurological effects, Eyes, Ears. Aspiration Toxicity Category 1
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Extremely flammable liquid and vapor In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area 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 Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture Keep cool Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Skin IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Eyes Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Reacts violently with water WARNING Reproductive Harm - https //www.p65warnings.ca.gov/. Unknown Acute Toxicity No information available