2-Methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 1 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Fatal if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause respiratory irritation Toxic in contact with skin Toxic if inhaled

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting

Storage

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

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

Other hazards

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Very toxic to aquatic life. NFPA

Health hazards

HMIS - Flammability - Flammability - Stability -

Physical hazards

Physical and chemical - Personal protection - properties