Chlorobenzene

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview Form : liquid Color : colourless Odor : sweet

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquids, Category 3 or mixture Acute toxicity, Category 4, Inhalation Skin irritation, Category 2

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapour. Causes skin irritation. Harmful if inhaled.

Prevention

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. Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. Carcinogenicity ACGIH: 108-90-7 A3: Confirmed animal carcinogen