Tetrahydrofuran

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

Flammable liquids: Category 2 Highly flammable liquid. Vapor/air mixture may explode.

Health hazards

Acute toxicity Oral: Category 4 Acute toxicity Inhalation: Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2A Carcinogenicity: Category 2 Reproductive toxicity: Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(CNS) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Respiratory tract irritation Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Narcosis Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(CNS; respiratory apparatus; liver)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

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

Prevention

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 and 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. 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. 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.