Benzonitrile

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 4] WHMIS 2015: Acute Toxicity - Dermal [Category 4] Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 3] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 2A] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 2] Flammable Liquids [Category 4] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 3]

Signal word

Danger!

Hazard statements

Combustible liquid Toxic if inhaled Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Harmful to aquatic life May cause damage to organs: Central Nervous System May cause respiratory irritation. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Liver Central Nervous System

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Prevention

Keep away from flames and hot surfaces. – No smoking. Do not breathe 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 protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection.

Response

If swallowed Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of soap and 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 or concerned Call a poison center or doctor. In case of fire Use dry chemical, dry sand or foam to extinguish.

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

Vesicant [HNOC]