BENZOIC ACID FREE ACID

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed., Combustible material, Harmful to flora, fauna, soil organisms and aquatic organisms. Category of Danger: Harmful , Dangerous for the environment , Lachrymator

Principle Routes of Exposure

Skin Inhalation: Harmful by inhalation. Ingestion: Harmful 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, skin, respiratory, Irritant - eye, severe

Hazard statements

HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. MAY BE HARMFUL IF ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN OR INHALED. COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL AND VAPOR. CAUSES EYE IRRITATION. Statement of Spill or Leak - ANSI Label Contain and/or absorb spill with inert material (e.g. sand, vermiculite), then place in suitable container. Do not flush to sewer or allow to enter waterways. Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment. Statement of First Aid If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician. 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 taste or swallow. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Keep containers closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid breathing vapors. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with the skin, eyes or respiratory tract. Wash thoroughly after exposure.