Pentadecafluorooctanoic Acid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 4] Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 4] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 1] Carcinogenicity [Category 2] Toxic to Reproduction [Category 1B] Effects on or Via Lactation Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 1] Corrosive to Metals [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 3] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 1C]

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Danger!

Hazard statements

Causes serious eye damage Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Harmful if swallowed Harmful if inhaled May be corrosive to metals May cause harm to breast-fed children May damage fertility or the unborn child Suspected of causing cancer Harmful to aquatic life Causes damage to organs: Liver 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. Avoid breathing dusts or mists. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not breathe dusts or mists. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. Wear eye protection. Wear face protection (full length face shield). Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid contact during pregnancy or while nursing. Wash all exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Keep only in original container.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Rinse mouth. If inhaled Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. 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. If exposed or concerned Get medical advice or attention. If exposed Call a poison center or doctor. Get medical advice or attention if you feel unwell. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

Storage

Store locked up. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner.

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)