4-Methylstyrene

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H304, H315, H319, H335, H340, H411

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classified as hazardous in accordance with the criteria of EPA New Zealand Classification under Work Safe New Zealand Classified as hazardous in accordance with the criteria of EPA New Zealand HSNO Approval Number HSR002495 GHS Classification

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 3

Health hazards

Aspiration Toxicity Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure) Category 3

Environmental hazards

Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 2 ______________________________________________________________________________________________

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H226 - Flammable liquid and vapor H304 - May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways H315 - Causes skin irritation H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H335 - May cause respiratory irritation H340 - May cause genetic defects

Prevention

P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking P233 - Keep container tightly closed P240 - Ground and bond container and receiving equipment P242 - Use non-sparking tools P243 - Take action to prevent static discharges P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P280 - Wear eye protection/ face protection P273 - Avoid release to the environment

Response

P301 + P310 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention P331 - Do NOT induce vomiting P332 + P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish P362 + P364 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse P391 - Collect spillage

Storage

P403 + P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Disposal

P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards Flammable liquids Category 3 Health hazards Aspiration Toxicity Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure) Category 3 Environmental hazards Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 2