B Ethanol

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H319

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

Danger

Physical hazards

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour

Health hazards

H319 Causes serious eye irritation

Environmental hazards

Not classified as an environmental hazard under GHS criteria

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting equip- ment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ atten- tion. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide to extinguish.

Storage

P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste dis- posal plant.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Slightly irritating to the skin. Slightly irritating to respiratory system. Ingestion may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Possibility of organ or organ system damage from prolonged exposure; see Section 11 for details. Target organ(s): Liver

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

1910.1200) Flammable liquids : Category 2 Eye irritation