BENZOPHENONE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H313, H350, H373, H411

Code

Statements

H313

May be harmful in contact with skin

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May be harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin. May cause cancer. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. (kidneys, liver) Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection. Avoid release to the environment. Do not breathe dust or mist.

Response

Collect spillage. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. IF ON SKIN: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

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

Principle Routes of Exposure

Not available.

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

ACUTE TOXICITY (oral) - Category 5 substance or mixture ACUTE TOXICITY (dermal) - Category 5 CARCINOGENICITY - Category 1 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED EXPOSURE) - Category 2 AQUATIC TOXICITY (ACUTE) - Category 2 AQUATIC TOXICITY (CHRONIC) - Category 2