N,N-Dimethylformamide [for Spectrophotometry]

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 3

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 5 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) Category 3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity Liver - Single exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory system - Single exposure [Category 2] Specific target organ toxicity Liver - Repeated exposure [Category 1]

Environmental hazards

Not classified

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapour Harmful if swallowed May be harmful in contact with skin Toxic if inhaled Causes serious eye damage Suspected of causing genetic defects May damage fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs : Liver May cause damage to organs : Respiratory system Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure : Liver

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 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. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. 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 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.