Phenol

Physical hazards

Not classified

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory system Nervous system Cardiovascular - Single exposure [Category 1] system Kidney Specific target organ toxicity Liver Thymus Blood system Digestive tract Cardiovascular - Repeated exposure [Category 1] system Kidney Central nervous system Spleen

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Category 2

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause genetic defects May damage fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs : Respiratory system Nervous system Cardiovascular system Kidney Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure : Liver Thymus Blood system Digestive tract Cardiovascular system Kidney Central nervous system Spleen Toxic to aquatic life

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. Avoid release to the environment. 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 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.