tert-Butyl Hydroperoxide (70% in Water)

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 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 1] Sensitization - Skin [Category 1] Germ Cell Mutagenicity [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 2] Flammable Liquids [Category 3] Organic Peroxides - Type F Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 2] Aquatic Hazard (Long-Term) [Category 2] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 1C]

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Danger!

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor Heating may cause a fire Harmful if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin Fatal if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing genetic defects Toxic to aquatic life Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects May cause damage to organs: Blood System Respiratory System Nervous System May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Kidney May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Blood 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 heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. – No smoking. Keep and store away from clothing or other combustible materials. Keep container tightly closed. Keep only in original container. 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. Do not breathe 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: 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 or concerned: Call a poison center or doctor. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store away from other materials. 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

None. [HNOC]