General Information
Revision date
2006-04-26
Product name
alpha,alpha-DICHLOROMETHYL
Product Synonyms
1,1-Dichlorodimethyl ether
CAS No.
4885-02-3
supplier name
MP Biomedicals, LLC
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Company Information
company name
MP Biomedicals, LLC
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Flammable, Toxic if swallowed. May be toxic by inhalation or skin contact. Category of Danger: Toxic , Flammable , Lachrymator
Principle Routes of Exposure
Skin Inhalation: Harmful by inhalation. Ingestion: Toxic if swallowed. Skin contact: Harmful in contact with skin. Eye contact: Risk of serious damage to eyes Vapors extremely irritating to eyes an respiratory tract ANSI Classification Irritant - eye, severe
Hazard statements
Flammable Toxic if swallowed CAUSES EYE IRRITATION. Statement of Spill or Leak - ANSI Label Eliminate all ignition sources. Absorb and/or contain spill with inert materials (e.g., sand, vermiculite). Then place in appropriate container. For large spills, use water spray to disperse vapors, flush spill area. Prevent runoff from entering waterways or sewers. Statement of First Aid In case of contact, flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes. Consult a physician for irritation or any other symptom.
Precautionary statements
ANSI Label Do not breathe vapors or spray mist Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling.
