Other names/synonyms

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Flammable Liquid Category 2 Acute Toxicity Inhalation Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Irritation Category 2 Reproductive Toxicity Category 1A STOT (Single Exposure) Category 1 (Central Nervous System) Category 3 (Respiratory Tract Irritation, Narcotic Effects) STOT (Repeated Exposure) Category 1 (Central Nervous System, Kidneys)

Aspiration hazard

Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

 Highly flammable liquid and vapour  Harmful if inhaled  Causes skin irritation and eye irritation  May damage fertility or the unborn child  Causes damage to Central Nervous System  May cause respiratory irritation  May cause drowsiness or dizziness  Causes damage to Central Nervous System, kidney through prolonged or repeated exposure  May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways

Prevention

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

Response

 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.  In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.  Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician if you feel unwell.  IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.  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/exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.  IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Storage

 Store in awell-ventilated place. Keep cool.  Store locked up.

Disposal

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

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable Liquid: Category 2 Acute Toxicity: Inhalation: Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Category 2 Reproductive Toxicity: Category 1A STOT (Single Exposure): Category 1 (Central Nervous System) Category 3 (Respiratory Tract Irritation, Narcotic Effects) STOT (Repeated Exposure): Category 1 (Central Nervous System, Kidneys) Aspiration hazard: Category 1