HYDROUS BENZOYL

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous according to the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Considered a dangerous substance or mixture according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Oxidizing solids Category 2

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation May intensify fire; oxidizer Heating may cause a fire May mass explode in fire

2.3 Other hazards

Not Applicable

Other hazards

Not available

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep/Store away from clothing and other combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Keep wetted with water Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Do not subject to grinding/shock/ .? /friction Keep only in original container Do not return unused material to its original container, but destroy it by treatment with Sodium Hydroxide solution (1 to 10) until addition of a crystal of Potassium Iodide results in no release of free Iodine Wear protective gloves Wear eye/face protection Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace

Response

IN CASE OF FIRE Flood with water to extinguish. FOR LARGE FIRES Evacuate area. Explosion rish in case of fire DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives. 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: Wash with plenty of water If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

Storage

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

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant