2,6-Dinitrotoluene

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 3] WHMIS 2015: Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 2] Germ Cell Mutagenicity [Category 2] Carcinogenicity [Category 2] Toxic to Reproduction [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 2] 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] Aquatic Hazard (Long-Term) [Category 3]

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Danger!

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed Fatal if inhaled Suspected of causing genetic defects Suspected of causing cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Harmful to aquatic life Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects Causes damage to: Liver Respiratory System Nervous System May cause damage to organs: Blood System Cardiovascular System May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Liver Blood System May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Nervous System Cardiovascular System Kidney Testis

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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 dust, fume, 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 respiratory protection. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, 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. Immediately call a poison center or doctor. 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]