Ethyl chlorocarbonate

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

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Other physicochemical hazards

Flammable liquids: Category 2

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral): Category 3 Acute toxicity (Inhalation): Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 1 Carcinogenicity: Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 2(respiratory system/system) (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

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Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor Toxic if swallowed Fatal if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes serious eye damage May cause cancer May cause damage to organs after single exposure(respiratory system/system)

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. 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/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media other than water for extinction. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. 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 (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation. Specific Physical and Chemical hazards Highly flammable liquid. Vapor/air mixture may explode.