PGMEA

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H336, H360D

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 3

Health hazards

Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 narcotic effects

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor. May damage the unborn child. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. 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. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Avoid breathing mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Response

If exposed or concerned Get medical advice/attention. If on skin (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog for extinction.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

None.