ACETALDEHYDE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H224, H302, H315, H317, H319, H332, H335, H336, H340, H351, H361, H370, H372, H373, H401

Code

Statements

H224

Extremely flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Extremely flammable liquid and vapor. Harmful if inhaled. Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause genetic defects. Suspected of causing cancer. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to organs. (central nervous system , respiratory system ) May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness and dizziness. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. (respiratory tract , nervous system ) May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. (nose , kidneys , liver ) Toxic to aquatic life.

Prevention

Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame, and hot surfaces - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Do not breathe vapor or mist. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use Personal Protective equipment as required. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

In case of fire, use media appropriate for extinction. 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 (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. 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. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable Liquids - Category 1 Acute Toxicity - Oral - Category 4 Acute Toxicity - Inhalation - Dust/Mist - Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation - Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation - Category 2A Skin Sensitization - Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity - Category 1A Carcinogenicity - Category 2 Reproductive Toxicity - Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure - Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - Repeated exposure - Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - Repeated exposure - Category 2 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Acute - Category 2 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Chronic - Category 2