Catechol

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 3] WHMIS 2015: Acute Toxicity - Dermal [Category 3] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 1] Sensitization - Skin [Category 1] Germ Cell Mutagenicity [Category 2] Carcinogenicity [Category 1B] Toxic to Reproduction [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 2]

Signal word

Danger!

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Toxic to aquatic life Causes damage to: Central Nervous System May cause respiratory irritation.

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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. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Take off immediately all 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 you feel unwell. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. 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]