Ethylene Oxide (ca. 1mol/L in Dichloromethane)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 4] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 2A] Sensitization - Skin [Category 1] Germ Cell Mutagenicity [Category 1B] Carcinogenicity [Category 1A] Toxic to Reproduction [Category 1B] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 2] Aquatic Hazard (Long-Term) [Category 2]

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Danger!

Hazard statements

Causes serious eye irritation Causes skin irritation Harmful if swallowed May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause cancer May cause genetic defects May damage fertility or the unborn child Toxic to aquatic life Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Causes damage to: Respiratory System Central Nervous System Causes damage to organs: Liver Central Nervous System through prolonged or repeated exposure.

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Prevention

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves. Wear eye and face protection. Avoid breathing dusts or mists. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. Do not breathe fume, mist, vapors or spray.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. 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 skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If exposed Call a poison center or doctor. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention. Get medical advice or attention if you feel unwell.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with US EPA guidelines for the classification and determination of hazardous waste listed in 40 CFR 261.3. (See Section 13)

2.3 Other hazards

HNOC] May cause polymerization. May develop pressure