Ethylbenzene

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

Flammable liquids: Category 2

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Inhalation): Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2B Carcinogenicity: Category 2 Reproductive toxicity: Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3(Narcosis) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 2(hearing organ)

Aspiration hazard

Category 1

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Long-term): Category 2 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

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Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor Harmful if inhaled Causes eye irritation Suspected of causing cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure(hearing organ) May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Very toxic to aquatic life Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. 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. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media other than water for extinction. Collect spillage. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. 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. 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. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

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.