1,4-Dioxane (stabilized with BHT)

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 2

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 5 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity Central nervous system - Single exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation, Narcotic effects - Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Liver Kidney Central nervous system - Repeated exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory system - Repeated exposure [Category 2]

Environmental hazards

Not classified

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapour May be harmful if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of causing cancer Causes damage to organs : Central nervous system Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure : Liver Kidney Central nervous system May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure : Respiratory system May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness

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. Do not breathe mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice or attention. Take off 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 you feel unwell. 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: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor.

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.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

May form explosive peroxides.