Dichloromethane

Hazard statements (CLP)

H315, H319, H332, H336, H350, H361, H370, H372, H402, H412

Code

Statements

H315

Causes skin irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

HEALTH HAZARDS Acute toxicity (Inhalation): Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2A Carcinogenicity: Category 1A Reproductive toxicity: Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(central nervous system, respiratory organs) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3(Narcosis) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(central nervous system, liver, genetic organs (men)) ENVIRONMENT HAZARDS Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Long-term): Category 3

Health hazards

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

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Long-term): Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H332-Harmful if inhaled H315-Causes skin irritation H319-Causes serious eye irritation H350-May cause cancer H361-Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child H370-Causes damage to organs after single exposure H336-May cause drowsiness or dizziness H372-Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H402-Harmful to aquatic life H412-Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. 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 exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. 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.

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.