General Information
Revision date
2016-11-15
Product name
TRICHLOROACETIC
Product Synonyms
Acetic acid trichloro- Aceto-caustin Acide trichloracetique [French]
CAS No.
76-03-9
supplier name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
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Company Information
company name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
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) Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Corrosive to metals Category 1
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Suspected of causing cancer May cause respiratory irritation May be corrosive to metals
2.3 Other hazards
Not Applicable
Other hazards
May be harmful if swallowed May be harmful if inhaled Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Very toxic to aquatic life
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep only in original container Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Specific treatment (see .? on this label) Absorb spillage to prevent material damage IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/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. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store in corrosive resistant/ .? container with a resistant inner liner
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
