Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1589-47-5
Name of the chemical
2-methoxypropanol
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2019-06-04
Product name
BROWN
supplier name
PPG Canada Inc
Emergency telephone
(412) 434-4515 (U.S.
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
PPG Canada Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 2 EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A RESPIRATORY SENSITIZATION - Category 1A SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1B CARCINOGENICITY - Category 1 TOXIC TO REPRODUCTION (Unborn child) - Category 1 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) (Narcotic effects) - Category 3
Health hazards
Not Otherwise Classified - Category 1
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Causes serious eye irritation. Prolonged or repeated contact may dry skin and cause irritation. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause cancer. May damage the unborn child. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves. Wear protective clothing. Wear eye or face protection. Wear respiratory protection. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid breathing vapor. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
Response
IF exposed or concerned Get medical attention. IF INHALED Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or physician. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical attention. 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 attention.
Storage
Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.
Supplemental label elements
Sanding and grinding dusts may be harmful if inhaled. Repeated exposure to high elements vapor concentrations may cause irritation of the respiratory system and permanent brain and nervous system damage. Inhalation of vapor/aerosol concentrations above the recommended exposure limits causes headaches, drowsiness and nausea and may lead to unconsciousness or death. Avoid contact with skin and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Emits toxic fumes when heated.
Ingredient(s) with unknown acute toxicity
5.8% (Oral), 8.4% (Dermal), 99.8% (Inhalation)