ε-Caprolactam

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Health hazards

Acute toxicity Oral: Category 4 Acute toxicity Dermal: Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1 nerve/nervous system; CVS Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Respiratory tract irritation Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Narcosis Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1 respiratory apparatus/system (Note) GHS classification without description: Not applicable/Out of classification/Not classifiable

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin Causes serious eye irritation Causes damage to organs after single exposure May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Prevention

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 or protective clothing. Wear eye protection/face protection. 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. 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.