ACRYLONITRILE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 2 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Gases) Category 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 1 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1A Carcinogenicity Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Flammable liquids Category 2

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed Fatal in contact with skin Fatal if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause respiratory irritation Highly flammable liquid and vapor Appearance Clear Physical state Liquid Odor No information available

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating / lighting/ .? / equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Keep cool

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention 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 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Rinse mouth In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish

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 Unknown acute toxicity

Further information

Hazardous polymerization may occur.