Benzo(a)pyrene Standard

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

a) Classification of the hazardous Skin Sensitisation Category 1 product, namely the appropriate Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 1B category or subcategory of the hazard Carcinogenicity Category 1B class identified in Subparts 2 to 19 of Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Part 7 or Subparts 1 to 11 of Part 8, or a Flammable Liquid Category 2 name that is its substantive equivalent, Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2A or for Subpart 20 of Part 7 and Subpart Specific Target Organ Systemic Toxicity (STOT) - Single Exposure Category 3 12 of Part 8, the category of the hazard class or a description of the identified (b) Information elements referred to in section 3 of Annex 3 of the GHS and in paragraphs 3(1)(d) to (f) of these Regulations for each of those categories or subcategories. If the required information element is a symbol, either the name of the symbol or the symbol itself may be used:

Hazard statements

class symbols: Warning word: Danger Highly flammable liquid and vapour May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness May cause genetic defects/. May cause cancer/. May damage fertility or the unborn child/.

Prevention

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. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting] equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Specific treatment (see on this label). If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. In case of fire: Use to extinguish.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to a suitable disposal site in accordance with local/national/international regulations. (c) Other hazards known to the supplier with respect to the hazardous product: Physical hazards not otherwise None Known classified Health hazards not otherwise classified None Known