4-tert-Butylpyrocatechol

Physical hazards

Not classified

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2

Environmental hazards

Not classified Acute aquatic hazard Category 1 Long-term aquatic hazard Category 1

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Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing cancer Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dusts or mists. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Avoid release to the environment. 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 (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. TCI (Shanghai) DEVELOPMENT CO., LTD. Revision number: 1 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: Get medical advice or attention. 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. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

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