Ethylene glycol

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Inhalation): Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2B Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(CNS; blood/blood system; kidney) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3(Narcosis) (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes eye irritation Causes damage to organs after single exposure(CNS; blood/blood system; kidney) May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness

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. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician 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 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.

Storage

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

Disposal

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