General Information
Revision date
2019-03-25
Product name
PYROCATECHOL
Product Synonyms
Pyrocatechin sulfonephthaleinviolet
CAS No.
115-41-3
supplier name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300
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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 by 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
2.2 Label elements
Warning
Hazard statements
Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation
2.3 Other hazards
Not Applicable
Other hazards
Not available
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves Wear eye/face protection
Response
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
