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SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification

Hazard categories

Flammable Liquid Skin Corrosion/Irritation Serious Eye Damage/Irritation Reproductive Toxicity 1B STOT (Single Exposure) (narcotic effects, respiratory tract irritation) Pictograms Signal Word: Danger Hazard Statements Highly flammable liquid and vapour Causes skin irritation Causes eye irritation May damage fertility or the unborn child May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Prevention

 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.  Keep container tightly closed.  Earth (Ground) and bond container and receiving equipment.  Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment.  Use non-sparking tools.  Take action to prevent static discharges.  Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.  Wash thoroughly after handling.  Obtain special instructions before use.  Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.  Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.  Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Response

 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.  In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.  IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.  If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.  Take off contaminated clothing and wash before re-use.  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 exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice.  If INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.  Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

Storage

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

Disposal

 Dispose of contents in accordance to the local mandatory rules and regulations.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Hazard Class Hazard Category  Flammable Liquid 2  Skin Corrosion/Irritation 2  Serious Eye Damage/Irritation 2  Reproductive Toxicity 1B  STOT (Single Exposure) 3 (narcotic effects, respiratory tract irritation) Pictograms