(S)-(-)-Propylene Oxide

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

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

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Danger!

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Causes serious eye damage Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Extremely flammable liquid and vapor Fatal if inhaled Harmful if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause cancer May cause genetic defects Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Harmful to aquatic life

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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 and protective clothing. Do not breathe fume, mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. 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). Avoid breathing dusts or mists. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames or other hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground or bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting, and equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Wear protective gloves, eye protection and face protection.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Take off 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 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. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention. If exposed Call a poison center or doctor. If exposed or concerned Get medical advice or attention. In case of fire Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

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 form explosive peroxides