Butyl isothiocyanate

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 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Flammable liquids Category 4

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin Harmful if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction 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 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking

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 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Storage

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

Precautionary statements

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

2.3 Other hazards

lachrymator The product causes irritation of eyes, skin and mucous membranes

Further information

NFPA

Health hazards

3 HMIS 3 Flammability 2 Flammability 2 Stability 0

Physical hazards

0 Physical and chemical - Personal protection - properties