Propylene oxide

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

Flammable liquids: Category 1

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral): Category 4 Acute toxicity (Dermal): Category 3 Acute toxicity (Inhalation): Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 1 Skin sensitization: Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity: Category 2 Carcinogenicity: Category 2 Reproductive toxicity: Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3(Narcosis)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 3

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Danger

Hazard statements

Extremely flammable liquid and vapor Harmful if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin Harmful if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing genetic defects Suspected of causing cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness Harmful 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. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves or protective clothing. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. 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. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. 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. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. 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. Rinse mouth. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

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.