Poly(ethylene glycol) dimethacrylate

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification in accordance with OECD Task Force on Harmonization of Classification and Labelling (Task Force on HCL) for health and environmental hazards, and by UNCETDG/ILO Working Group for Physical Skin Corrosion/Irritation - Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation - Category 2A Skin Sensitization - Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure - Category 3 ( respiratory system )

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause respiratory irritation.

Prevention

Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Wash thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace.

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash 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.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

None known.