Monomer

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard statements

This product is classified as: Xi, Irritating. F+, Highly Flammable. Hazardous according to the criteria of ASCC. Dangerous according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code. R11, R43, R36/37/38. Highly flammable. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

Precautionary statements

S2, S9, S16, S23, S29, S33, S45, S24/25, S36/37/39. Keep out of reach of children. Keep container in a well ventilated place. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Do not breathe vapours. Do not empty into drains. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre immediately (show this MSDS where possible). Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.

SUSDP Classification

None allocated

ADG classification

Class 3 (FLAMMABLE LIQUID, N.O.S.)

UN Number

1993 Emergency Overview Physical Description & Colour: Clear, colourless viscous liquid. Odour: Sharp, ester-like odour.

Health hazards

irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin, possible skin sensitiser

Potential health effects

Inhalation: Short Term Exposure: Available data indicates that high vapour concentrations of this product is an inhalation irritant. Symptoms may include headache, irritation of nose and throat and increased secretion of mucous in the nose and throat. Other symptoms may also become evident, but they should disappear after exposure has ceased. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term inhalation. Skin Contact: Short Term Exposure: Classified as a potential sensitiser by skin contact. Exposure to a skin sensitiser, once sensitisation has occurred, may manifest itself as skin rash or inflammation, and in some individuals this reaction can be severe. In addition product is a skin irritant. Symptoms may include itchiness and reddening of contacted skin. Other symptoms may also become evident, but all should disappear once exposure has ceased. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term skin exposure. Eye Contact: Short Term Exposure: This product is an eye irritant. Symptoms may include stinging and reddening of eyes and watering which may become copious. Other symptoms may also become evident. If exposure is brief, symptoms should disappear once exposure has ceased. However, lengthy exposure or delayed treatment may cause permanent damage. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term eye exposure. Ingestion: Short Term Exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. However, this product is an oral irritant. Symptoms may include burning sensation and reddening of skin in mouth and throat. Other symptoms may also become evident, but all should disappear once exposure has ceased. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term ingestion. Carcinogen Status: ASCC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by ASCC. NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP. IARC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by IARC.