Alpha-Methylstyrene

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classified according to OSHA. Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Skin sensitization Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3

Aspiration hazard

Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 2 Flammable liquids Category 3

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Classified according to OSHA. Causes serious eye irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause respiratory irritation Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Flammable liquid and vapor

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Keep cool

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention 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 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Do NOT induce vomiting In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish

Storage

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

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Further information

May be harmful if swallowed. Toxic to aquatic life.