Chloroacetic Acid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 3] WHMIS 2015: Acute Toxicity - Dermal [Category 3] Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 2] Corrosive to Metals [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Long-Term) [Category 1] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 1B]

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Danger!

Hazard statements

May be corrosive to metals Fatal if inhaled Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Very toxic to aquatic life Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Causes damage to: Nervous System Cardiovascular System Kidney May cause respiratory irritation. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Liver Heart

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Prevention

Keep only in original container. 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: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a poison center or doctor. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. 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. Immediately call a poison center or doctor. If exposed: Call a poison center or doctor. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store in corrosive resistant bottle or metal container with a resistant inner liner. 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]