Epichlorohydrin

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H301, H311, H314, H317, H331, H350, H402

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable Liquids: GHS Category 3 Acute Toxicity, Inhalation: GHS Category 3 Acute Toxicity, Oral: GHS Category 3 Acute Toxicity, Dermal: GHS Category 3 Skin Corrosion: GHS Category 1B Serious Eye Damage: GHS Category 1 Skin Sensitization: GHS Category 1 Carcinogenicity: GHS Category 1B Acute Aquatic Toxicity: GHS Category 3

Signal word

DANGER!

Hazard statements

H226 – Flammable liquid and vapor H301 – Toxic if swallowed. H311 – Toxic in contact with skin. H314 – Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H317 – May cause allergic skin reaction. H331 – Toxic if inhaled. H350 – May cause cancer. H402 – harmful to aquatic life.

Precautionary statements

P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 – Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. P280 – Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P284 – Wear respiratory protection. P301+P310 – If SWALLOWED: Immediately call or POISON CENTER or a doctor/physician. P303+P361+P353 – If on skin or hair: Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304+P341 – If inhaled: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Emergency Overview Causes burns by all routes of exposure. Harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin. May cause allergic skin reaction. Suspected carcinogen. May cause liver and kidney damage. Keep refrigerated (Store below 4°C/39°F.) Flammable liquid and vapor. Vapor may cause flash fire. Target Organs: Kidneys, liver, mucous membranes, eyes and skin.

HMIS® ratings

Health – 3* Flammability – 3 Physical Hazard – 2 PPE – User supplied NOTE: HMIS ratings use a numbering scale that ranges from 0 - 4 to indicate the degree of hazard. A value of zero means the chemical presents no hazard while a value of four indicates a high hazard. These ratings are based on the inherent properties of this chemical under expected conditions of normal use and are not intended to be used in emergency situations. PPE is determined by the user based on their needs and conditions.