2-Methylimidazole

Physical hazards

Not classified

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity Nervous system - Single exposure [Category 2] Specific target organ toxicity Thyroid gland Hematopoietic system - Repeated exposure [Category 2]

Environmental hazards

Not classified

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Suspected of causing genetic defects Suspected of causing cancer May cause damage to organs : Nervous system May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure : Thyroid gland Hematopoietic system

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust, fume, mist, vapors or spray. 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 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 TCI (Shanghai) DEVELOPMENT CO., LTD. Revision number: 2 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.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national regulations.