Vinyl Acetate Monomer (stabilized with HQ)

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 2

Health hazards

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

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Category 2

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapour Harmful if inhaled May be harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin Causes mild skin irritation Causes eye irritation Suspected of causing genetic defects Suspected of causing cancer May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure : Respiratory system May cause respiratory irritation Toxic to aquatic life

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. Avoid release to the environment. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

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 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: Get medical advice or attention. In case of fire: Use dry chemical, dry sand or foam to extinguish.

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 cause polimerization.