Phenolphthalein solution

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview Form : liquid Color : colourless Odor : alcohol-like

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquids, Category 2 Eye irritation, Category 2A Germ cell mutagenicity, Category 2 Carcinogenicity, Category 1B Reproductive toxicity, Category 2

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Causes serious eye irritation. Suspected of causing genetic defects. May cause cancer. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.

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. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. 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 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 eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention. In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. Carcinogenicity NTP: Phenolphthalein 77-09-8 Reasonably Anticipated to be a Human Carcinogen. IARC: Phenolphthalein 77-09-8 Group 2B: Possibly carcinogenic to humans ACGIH: Ethanol 64-17-5 A3: Confirmed animal carcinogen