1,2-Dibromoethane

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral): Category 3 Acute toxicity (Dermal): Category 3 Acute toxicity (Inhalation): Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2 Germ cell mutagenicity: Category 2 Carcinogenicity: Category 1B Reproductive toxicity: Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(liver; kidney; CNS) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 2(respiratory apparatus; liver; kidney)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard: Category 2 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term hazard: Category 2 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin Fatal if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs after single exposure May cause respiratory irritation May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Toxic to aquatic life Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. (as specified by the manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority.) Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves or protective clothing. Wear eye protection/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

Collect spillage. 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 immediately all 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. Rinse mouth. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

Storage

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

Disposal

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