Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
100-42-5
Name of the chemical
Styrene ( Vinyl benzene )
Concentration
Trade secret
General Information
Revision date
2022-06-28
Product name
Styrene
Product Synonyms
None
CAS No.
100-42-5
1.2.2. Uses advised against
human or animal consumption
Emergency telephone
For Hazardous Materials or Dangerous Goods Incident
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Company Information
company name
LGC Standards
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
lgcusa@lgcgroup.com, sds-request@lgcgroup.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classified according to OSHA. Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Carcinogenicity Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Flammable liquids Category 3
2.3 Other hazards
Not applicable
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
Classified according to OSHA. Harmful if swallowed Harmful if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of causing cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure 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 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray 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
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 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 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell Rinse mouth In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Further information
May be harmful in contact with skin.