Malononitrile

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 2] WHMIS 2015: Acute Toxicity - Dermal [Category 3] Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 2] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 1] Sensitization - Skin [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Long-Term) [Category 1]

Signal word

Danger!

Hazard statements

Toxic in contact with skin Fatal if swallowed or if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction Very toxic to aquatic life Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Hazard pictograms

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Prevention

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. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. 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. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Take off immediately all 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. Immediately 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. [HNOC]