Ethylbenzene

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

29 CFR 1910.1200) Emergency overview Appearance: Physical state at 20 °C and 101.3 kPa: liquid Color: colorless, clear Odor: characteristic aromatic

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable Liquid 2; Acute Toxicity 4 (inhalative); Skin Irritation 2; Eye Irritation 2A; Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) 3; Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) 2; Aspiration Toxicity 1; Aquatic toxicity - chronic 3;

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Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. Harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/or shower. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Specific treatment (see ' First aid ' on this label). Do NOT induce vomiting. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. In case of fire: Use Water spray jet, extinguishing powder, foam or carbon dioxide to extinguish. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point. Regulatory status This material is considered hazardous by the U.S. OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) and WHMIS in Canada.

2.3 Other hazards

Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. see section 11: Toxicological information