1,2-Dichloroethane [for Spectrophotometry]

Hazard statements (CLP)

H370, H371

Code

Statements

H370

Causes damage to organs

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Aspiration hazard

[Category 1] Flammable Liquids [Category 2] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 3]

Signal word

Danger!

Hazard statements

Causes eye irritation Causes skin irritation Harmful if swallowed Highly flammable liquid and vapor May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Suspected of causing cancer Suspected of causing genetic defects Toxic if inhaled Harmful to aquatic life Causes damage to: Liver Kidney Central Nervous System Adrenal Gland May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Causes damage to organs: Liver Thyroid Gland Central Nervous System through prolonged or repeated exposure. May cause damage to organs: Kidney through prolonged or repeated exposure. Pictogram(s) or Symbol(s)

Prevention

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Do not breathe fume, mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. Avoid breathing fume, mist, vapors or spray. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames or other hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground or bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting, and equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Wear protective gloves, eye protection and face protection.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Rinse mouth. If inhaled Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center or doctor. If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. 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. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Get medical advice or attention if you feel unwell. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. In case of fire: Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with US EPA guidelines for the classification and determination of hazardous waste listed in 40 CFR 261.3. (See Section 13)

2.3 Other hazards

[HNOC] May be harmful if in contact with skin.