Citraconic anhydride

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 - Dermal Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic in contact with skin Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes serious eye irritation May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause respiratory irritation

Prevention

Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area

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: 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

Further information

NFPA

Health hazards

2 HMIS 2 Flammability 1 Flammability 1 Stability 0

Physical hazards

0 Physical and chemical - Personal protection - properties