General Information
Revision date
2018-03-12
Product name
PARALDEHYDE,
Product Synonyms
2,4,6-Trimethyl-s-trioxane
CAS No.
123-63-7
supplier name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
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) Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Flammable liquids Category 3
2.2 Label elements
Warning
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed Causes serious eye irritation Flammable liquid and vapor
2.3 Other hazards
Not Applicable
Other hazards
Not available
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — 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 Wear protective gloves Wear eye/face protection
Response
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 advice/attention. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant