Maleic anhydride

Hazard statements (CLP)

H302, H314, H317, H318, H334, H372, H373, H402

Code

Statements

H302

Harmful if swallowed

OSHA HCS Classification

Acute toxicity, Oral, Category 4, H302 Skin corrosion Category 1B, H314 Serious eye damage, Category 1, H318 Respiratory sensitization, Category 1, H334 Skin sensitization, Category 1, H317 Specific target organ toxicity- repeated exposure, Inhalation, Category 1, Respiratory system, H372 Specific target organ toxicity-repeated exposure, Oral, Category 2, Kidney, H373 Acute aquatic toxicity, Category 3, H402

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H372 Causes damage to organs (Respiratory system) through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled. H373 May cause damage to organs (Kidney) through prolonged or repeated exposure if swallowed. H402 Harmful to aquatic life.

Precautionary statements

P260 Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. P285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. P301+P312+P330 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304+P340+P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P305+P351+P338+P310 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/doctor. P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P342+P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

none To the best of our knowledge, the toxicological properties of this chemical have not been thoroughly investigated. Use appropriate procedures and precautions to prevent or minimize exposure.