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SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA EMERGENCY OVERVIEW WARNING! May irritate the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. May be harmful if inhaled or swallowed. Toxic and corrosive vapors will form if exposed to flames or glowing hot surfaces. In case of fire, rescue workers may need to use self contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing. Under ambient conditions, this is a colorless, odorless liquid. OSHA REGULATORY STATUS: This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communications Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

Potential health effects

Effects of a Single (Acute) Overexposure Inhalation: No effect reported. Liquid or vapor may irritate the respiratory tract. Skin Contact: No effect reported. Liquid or vapor may irritate the skin. Swallowing: May be harmful if swallowed. May cause discomfort and distension. Eye Contact: No effect reported. Liquid or vapor may irritate the eyes. Effects of Repeated (Chronic) Overexposure: None known. Repeated or prolonged exposure of the skin may cause dermatitis (inflammation of the skin).  A vertical line in the left margin indicates revised or new material. Copyright © 2009, 2012, Praxair Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Other Effects of Overexposure: None known.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

No effect reported. The skin irritating properties of this material may aggravate an existing dermatitis. Respiratory irritation may aggravate an existing asthma or other upper respiratory or pulmonary disease. CARCINOGENICITY: This material is not listed by NTP, OSHA, or IARC.

Environmental effects

None known. For further information, see section 12, Ecological Information.