ETHER, FOR ANESTHESIA, USP

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Flammable liquids Category 1

2.3 Other hazards

May form explosive peroxides

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause cancer May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness Extremely flammable liquid and vapor Appearance Clear Physical state Liquid Odor No information available

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area 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 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Specific treatment (see .? on this label) 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 skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell 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

Further information

No information available.