Acetic Anhydride

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor Harmful if swallowed Fatal if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause respiratory irritation

Prevention

Wash face, hands, and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product. Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear respiratory protection Wear protective gloves/clothing, eye protection/face protection 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. keep cool

Response

Inhalation Skin Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Eyes Ingestion Fire IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked-up

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow of tears) Reacts with water and forms acetic acid