Dichloromethane

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Emergency Overview Form : liquid, clear Color : colourless Odor : sweet mild

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Skin irritation, Category 2 or mixture Eye irritation, Category 2A Carcinogenicity, Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure, Category 3, Central nervous system

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Suspected of causing cancer.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. 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: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. Carcinogenicity NTP: Dichloromethane 75-09-2 Reasonably Anticipated to be a Human Carcinogen. IARC: Dichloromethane 75-09-2 Group 2A: Probably carcinogenic to humans OSHA: Dichloromethane 75-09-2 ACGIH: Dichloromethane 75-09-2 A3: Confirmed animal carcinogen