Beryllium 2,4-pentanedionate

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Skin sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed Fatal if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause cancer May cause respiratory irritation Causes 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 Use personal protective equipment as required Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product 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 Wear protective gloves

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth

Storage

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

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

Other hazards

Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Toxic to aquatic life. NFPA

Health hazards

4 HMIS 3 Flammability 0 Flammability 0 Stability 0

Physical hazards

0 Physical and chemical - Personal protection - properties