2-Naphthol(β-)

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Health hazards

Acute toxicity Oral: Category 4 Acute toxicity Inhalation: Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2A Skin sensitization: Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(CNS; blood/blood system; kidney) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Respiratory tract irritation Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(nerve/nervous system; liver; kidney; bladder; blood/blood system)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard: Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term hazard: Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Harmful if inhaled Causes serious eye irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes damage to organs after single exposure May cause respiratory irritation Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Very toxic to aquatic life Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

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. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. 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 or rash 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. Rinse mouth. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

Storage

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

Disposal

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