Dicyclopentadiene (stabilized with BHT) [precursor to Cyclopentadiene]

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 4] WHMIS 2015: Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 2] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 2B] Toxic to Reproduction [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 2]

Aspiration hazard

Category 1] Flammable Solids [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 2] Aquatic Hazard (Long-Term) [Category 2]

Signal word

Danger!

Hazard statements

Flammable solid Harmful if swallowed Fatal if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes eye irritation Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Toxic to aquatic life Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Causes damage to: Liver Kidney May cause respiratory irritation. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Kidney May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Liver Circulatory System Lung

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Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. – No smoking. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment. 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: Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. 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. 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 eye irritation persists Get medical advice or attention. If exposed Call a poison center or doctor. 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 cause polymerization. May form explosive peroxides. [HNOC]