Propylene Oxide

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 4] WHMIS 2015: Acute Toxicity - Dermal [Category 3] Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 3] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 2A] Sensitization - Skin [Category 1] Germ Cell Mutagenicity [Category 1B] Carcinogenicity [Category 1B] Toxic to Reproduction [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3] Flammable Liquids [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 3]

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Danger!

Hazard statements

Extremely flammable liquid and vapor Harmful if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin or if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause genetic defects May cause cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Harmful to aquatic life May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

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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 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. Avoid breathing 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 protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

If swallowed Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. 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. 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 eye irritation persists Get medical advice or attention. If exposed or concerned Get medical advice or attention

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 form explosive peroxides. [HNOC]