4,4′-Methylenebis(phenyl isocyanate)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H315, H317, H319, H332, H334, H335, H351, H373

Code

Statements

H315

Causes skin irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Other hazards

None known

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H315 Causes skin irritation. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H332 Harmful if inhaled. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H373 May cause damage to organs (Respiratory system) through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled.

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 Do not breathe dust. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. P285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.

Response

P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical P342 + P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

Storage

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Acute toxicity : Category 4 (Inhalation) Skin irritation : Category 2 Eye irritation : Category 2A Respiratory sensitisation : Category 1 Skin sensitisation : Category 1 Carcinogenicity : Category 2 Specific target organ : Category 3 (Respiratory system) toxicity - single exposure Specific target organ : Category 2 (Respiratory system) toxicity - repeated exposure (Inhalation) Other hazards