Ethylbenzene

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

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

Aspiration hazard

Category 1] Flammable Liquids [Category 2] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 1]

Signal word

Danger!

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor Harmful if inhaled Causes eye irritation Suspected of causing cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Very toxic 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: Auditory System

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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. Keep container tightly closed. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. 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, face protection.

Response

If swallowed: Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. 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. 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. 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

Causes mild skin irritation. May be harmful if swallowed. [HNOC]