TETRAHYDROPHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H317, H318, H334

Code

Statements

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/EYE IRRITATION - Category 1 RESPIRATORY SENSITISATION - Category 1 SKIN SENSITISATION - Category 1

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes serious eye damage. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.

Prevention

Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection. Wear respiratory protection. Avoid breathing dust or mist.

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice or attention. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor.

Storage

Not applicable.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

Supplemental label elements

Not applicable.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

May form explosible dust-air mixture if dispersed. Handling and/or processing of this material may generate a dust which can cause mechanical irritation of the eyes, skin, nose and throat.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/EYE IRRITATION - Category 1 substance or mixture RESPIRATORY SENSITISATION - Category 1 SKIN SENSITISATION - Category 1