Poly X Isocyanate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H315, H317, H319, H332, H334, H335, H351, H373

Code

Statements

H315

Causes skin irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

29 CFR 1910.1200) OSHA Hazard Communication Standard: This product is a "Hazardous Chemical" as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.

Hazard pictograms

DANGER GHS 08 GHS 07 CONTAINS ISOCYANATES. INHALATION OF ISOCYANATE MISTS OR VAPORS MAY CAUSE RESPIRATORY IRRITATION, BREATHLESSNESS, CHEST DISCOMFORT AND REDUCED PULMONARY FUNCTION. OVEREXPOSURE WELL ABOVE THE PEL MAY RESULT IN BRONCHITIS, BRONCHIAL SPASMS AND PULMONARY EDEMA. LONG-TERM EXPOSURE TO ISOCYANATES HAS BEEN REPORTED TO CAUSE LUNG DAMAGE, INCLUDING REDUCED LUNG FUNCTION WHICH MAY BE PERMANENT. ACUTE OR CHRONIC OVEREXPOSURE TO ISOCYANATES MAY CAUSE SENSITIZATION IN SOME INDIVIDUALS, RESULTING IN ALLERGIC RESPIRATORY REACTIONS INCLUDING WHEEZING, SHORTNESS OF BREATH AND DIFFICULTY BREATHING. ANIMAL TESTS AND OTHER RESEARCH INDICATE THAT SKIN CONTACT WITH MDI MAY PLAY A ROLE IN CAUSING RESPIRATORY SENSITIZATION.

Hazard categories

Category

Hazard statements

Acute Toxicity, Inhalation (mist) 4 H332 Harmful if inhaled Skin corrosion / Irritation 2 H315 Causes skin irritation Serious eye damage / Eye irritation 2A H319 Causes serious eye irritation May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing Respiratory Sensitization 1 H334 difficulties if inhaled Skin Sensitization 1B H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction Carcinogenicity 2 H351 Suspected of causing cancer Specific target organ toxicity, H335 May cause respiratory irritation 3 single exposure Specific target organ toxicity, May cause damage to olfactory organs through 2 H373 repeated exposure prolonged or repeated exposure by inhalation

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. P260 Do not breathe mist, vapors, spray. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P264 Wash exposed area with plenty of water and soap thoroughly after handling. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

Response

P304 + P341 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P342 + P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

No specific dangers known.