BENZENE,

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Considered a dangerous substance or mixture according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Aspiration toxicity Category 1 Flammable liquids Category 2

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause genetic defects May cause cancer Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Highly flammable liquid and vapor

2.3 Other hazards

Not Applicable

Other hazards

Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Toxic to aquatic life May be harmful in contact with skin

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not breathe mist or vapors Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish. 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 attention. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical attention IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician Do NOT induce vomiting Rinse mouth

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents and container to an approved waste disposal plant in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations as applicable