Ethylene

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable Gas: Category 1 │ Refrigerated liquefied gases │Target organ toxicant (central nervous system, Narcotic effects): Category 3

Hazard statements

Extremely flammable liquid and vapor │ Contains gas under pressure; may explode if Heated │ Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects │ May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways │ Harmful if swallowed │ May cause cancer │ May cause genetic defects │ May damage fertility or the unborn child │ Causes serious eye irritation │ Causes skin irritation │ May cause drowsiness or dizziness │ May cause respiratory irritation.

Signal word

DANGER NFPA Hazard Rating Health = 1 Flammability = 4 Reactivity = 2

Precautionary statements

Obtain special instructions before use │ Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood │ Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces – No Smoking │ Keep container tightly closed │ Keep cool │ Ground/bond container and receiving equipment │ Use explosion - proof electrical /ventilating/ lighting/ equipment │ Use only non-sparking tools │ Take precautionary measure against static discharge │ Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection │ Use personal protective equipment as required │ Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product │ Wash thoroughly after handling │ Avoid release to the environment.