m-Cresol

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

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

Signal word

Danger!

Hazard statements

Combustible liquid Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Suspected of causing cancer Toxic to aquatic life Causes damage to: Liver Blood System Respiratory System Cardiovascular System Kidney Central Nervous System Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Cardiovascular System Kidney Central Nervous System May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Liver Blood System Respiratory 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 flames and hot surfaces. – No smoking. Do not breathe mist, vapors or spray. 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: 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. In case of fire: Use dry chemical, dry sand or foam to extinguish.

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]