3-Bromoisobutyric Acid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 4] Acute Toxicity - Dermal [Category 4] Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 4] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 1] Germ Cell Mutagenicity [Category 2] Corrosive to Metals [Category 1] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 1B]

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Danger!

Hazard statements

Causes serious eye damage Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Harmful if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin Harmful if inhaled May be corrosive to metals Suspected of causing genetic defects

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Prevention

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves and protective clothing. Avoid breathing fume, mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not breathe dusts or mists. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. Wear eye protection. Wear face protection (full length face shield). Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep only in original container.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Rinse mouth. 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. 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. 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. If exposed: Call a poison center or doctor. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

Storage

Store locked up. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner.

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)