Dichloromethane

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Health hazards

Acute toxicity Oral: Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2A Carcinogenicity: Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(central nervous system, respiratory system) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Narcosis Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(central nervous system, liver)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard: Category 3 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not applicable/Out of classification/Not classifiable

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of causing cancer Causes damage to organs after single exposure May cause drowsiness or dizziness Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Harmful to aquatic life

Prevention

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid release to the environment. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves. Wear eye protection/face protection. Use personal protective equipment as required. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. 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 advice/attention. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation.