Phenol

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 3 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 1A Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity: Category 1B Reproductive toxicity: Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(respiratory apparatus/system; CVS; kidney; nerve/nervous system) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(CVS; liver; digestive apparatus/alimentary system; blood/blood system; kidney; spleen; thymus; CNS)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 2 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Long-term): Category 3 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not applicable/Out of classification/Not classifiable

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes serious eye damage May cause genetic defects May damage fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs after single exposure Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Toxic to aquatic life Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. 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

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. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Take off immediately all 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 SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Disposal

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