4-Vinylbenzoic acid

Hazard statements (CLP)

H315, H319, H335

Code

Statements

H315

Causes skin irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Emergency overview: GHS classification: Skin irritation (Category 2); Eye irritation (Category 2A); Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure: Respiratory system (Category 3). Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Label elements, including precautionary statements:

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H315. Causes skin irritation. H319. Causes serious eye irritation. H335. May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary statements

P261. Avoid breathing dust / fume / gas / mist / vapours / spray. P264. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P271. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280. Wear protective gloves / eye protection / face protection. P302 + P352. If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. P304 + P340 + P312. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a Poison Center/Doctor if you feel unwell. P305 + P351 + P338. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P332 + P313. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice / attention. P337 + P313. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice / attention. P362 + P364. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P403 + P233. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405. Store locked up. P501. Dispose of contents / container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Potential health effects

Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Skin: Harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin irritation. Eyes: Harmful if contact with eyes occurs. Causes serious eye irritation. Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.