3-(Methylthio)propionaldehyde

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 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Flammable liquids Category 4

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Danger

Hazard statements

Causes serious eye damage Harmful if inhaled Harmful if swallowed Combustible liquid

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 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep cool

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention 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 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

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

Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Toxic to aquatic life. NFPA

Health hazards

2 HMIS 2 Flammability 2 Flammability 2 Stability 0

Physical hazards

0 Physical and chemical - Personal protection - properties