ETHYL CHLORIDE

OSHA HCS Classification

Flammable Gases - Category 1 Gases Under Pressure - Liquefied gas Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation - Category 2A Skin Sensitization - Category 1 Carcinogenicity - Category 2 Reproductive Toxicity - Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure - Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure - Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity - Repeated exposure - Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - Repeated exposure - Category 2 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Acute - Category 3 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Chronic - Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Extremely flammable gas. Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Suspected of causing cancer. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. May cause damage to organs. (kidneys , liver , respiratory system ) May cause drowsiness and dizziness. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. (liver , nervous system ) May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. (respiratory system ) Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame, and hot surfaces - No smoking. Do not breathe gas. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. 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. Use Personal Protective equipment as required. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. IF exposed or concerned. Get medical advice/attention. 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: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. 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.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

May cause frostbite upon sudden release of liquefied gas.