Ethylene Glycol Monoisopropyl Ether

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Dermal [Category 4] WHMIS 2015: Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 4] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 2A] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 2] Flammable Liquids [Category 3]

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Danger!

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor Harmful in contact with skin or if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Causes damage to: Blood May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Blood

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Prevention

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. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection.

Response

If on skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. 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. If eye irritation persists Get medical advice or attention. If exposed Call a poison center or doctor

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. 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]