1,1,2-Trichloroethane

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 4] WHMIS 2015: Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 3] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 2B] Carcinogenicity [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 2] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 3]

Signal word

Danger!

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Toxic if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes eye irritation Suspected of causing cancer Harmful to aquatic life Causes damage to: Liver May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Respiratory System Digestive Tract Nervous System Kidney May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Liver

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Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

If swallowed Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice or 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. 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 or attention. If exposed: Call a poison center or doctor.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national regulations (e.g. US 40 CFR Part 261, EU 91/156/EEC, JP Waste Disposal and Cleaning Act, etc.).

2.3 Other hazards

None. [HNOC]