2,6-Dichlorophenol

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Dermal [Category 3] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 2] Aquatic Hazard (Long-Term) [Category 2] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 1C]

Signal word

Danger!

Hazard statements

Causes serious eye damage Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Toxic in contact with skin Toxic to aquatic life Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

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Prevention

Wear protective gloves and protective clothing. Do not breathe dusts or mists. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. Wear eye protection. Wear face protection (full length face shield).

Response

If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or 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. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Storage

Store locked up.

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 swallowed