High Purity Acetonitrile

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS / HAZCOM 2012 Classification

Flammable Liquid Category 2 Acute Toxicity Category 4(Oral) Acute Toxicity Category 4 (Inhalation) Eye Irritation Category 2A

2.2 Label elements

Danger!

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor Harmful if inhaled. Harmful if swallowed. Causes serious eye irritation.

Prevention

Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing mist, vapors and spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves, clothing and eye protection.

Response

IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. 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 attention. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep at rest in position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use water fog, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide to extinguish. Specific Treatment is urgent (See Supplemental Information on this label). Storage and Disposal Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local and national regulations.

Additional information

Conscious patients can be managed with oxygen and observation. Symptomatic patients may require administration of amyl nitrite or other antidote. Refer to antidote section for instructions.

2.3 Other hazards

None