Diacetyl for synthesis

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H302, H315, H331, H372

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquids (Category 2), H225 Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4), H302 Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 3), H331 Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 2), H315 Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure, Inhalation (Category 1), Respiratory system, H372 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H315 Causes skin irritation. H331 Toxic if inhaled. H372 Causes damage to organs (Respiratory system) through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled.

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P260 Do not breathe mist or vapours. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. P304 + P340 + P311 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P314 Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.

Storage

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

Other hazards

- none