Ethyl 2-bromopropionate

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well‐ventilated area 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 Inhalation : IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell IF ON SKIN (or hair): If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Eyes: 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 Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well‐ventilated place.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow of tears)

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Flammable liquids (Category 3) Skin Corrosion/Irritation (Category 1 B) Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation