Chloranil

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 4] WHMIS 2015: Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 1] Germ Cell Mutagenicity [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 2] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Long-Term) [Category 1]

Signal word

Danger!

Hazard statements

Harmful if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage Suspected of causing genetic defects Very toxic to aquatic life Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Digestive Tract Central Nervous System

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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. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

If on skin Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice or attention 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 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 or concerned: Get medical advice or attention. Collect spillage.

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

May be harmful if swallowed. [HNOC]