Styrene

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 2

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 5 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Carcinogenicity Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity Visual system, Central nervous system - Single exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation, Narcotic effects - Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Visual system, Central nervous system - Repeated exposure [Category 1]

Environmental hazards

Not classified

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapour May be harmful if swallowed Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of causing cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs : Visual system Central nervous system Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure : Visual system Central nervous system May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Precautionary statements

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Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Take precautionary measures against ignition by the static discharge and the spark. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.

Response

IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container through a waste management company authorized by the local government. Other hazards which do not May cause polimerization. result in classification May form explosive peroxides.