Newman reagent

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 (Oral): Category 4 Acute toxicity (Inhalation): Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity: Category 2 Carcinogenicity: Category 1A Reproductive toxicity: Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(CNS; liver; kidney ) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 2(blood; respiratory apparatus/system ) 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 1(CNS; liver ) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 2(CNS; blood system)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 2 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not applicable/Out of classification/Not classifiable

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Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor Harmful if swallowed Toxic if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes serious eye damage Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs after single exposure May cause damage to organs after single exposure May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Toxic to aquatic life

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 or face protection. Wear 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. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. 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: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. 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.