2-Methoxyethanol

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Dermal [Category 4] Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 3] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 2B] Toxic to Reproduction [Category 1B] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 1] Flammable Liquids [Category 3]

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Causes eye irritation Flammable liquid and vapor Harmful in contact with skin May damage fertility or the unborn child Toxic if inhaled Causes damage to: Liver Kidney Testis Central Nervous System Causes damage to organs: Testis Hematopoietic System Central Nervous System through prolonged or repeated exposure.

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Prevention

Wear protective gloves and protective clothing. Do not breathe fume, mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. 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. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. 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 on skin: Wash with plenty of water. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. 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. Get medical advice or attention if you feel unwell. 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] Causes mild skin irritation. May be harmful if swallowed