alpha-Methylstyrene

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H304, H317, H319, H335, H361, H411

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classified as hazardous according to criteria of Safe Work Australia. Classification under Safe Work Australia

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 3

Health hazards

Aspiration Toxicity Category 1 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure) Category 3

Environmental hazards

Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 2 Label Elements Flame Exclamation Mark

Signal word

Danger Hazard Statements H226 - Flammable liquid and vapor H304 - May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H335 - May cause respiratory irritation H361 - Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

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 P241 - Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting 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 P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection 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 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 P403 + P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant

Further information

Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow of tears) Toxicity to Soil Dwelling Organisms Contains a known or suspected endocrine disruptor Contains a substance on the National Authorities Endocrine Disruptor Lists

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classified as hazardous according to criteria of Safe Work Australia Physical hazards Flammable liquids Category 3 Health hazards Aspiration Toxicity Category 1 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure) Category 3 Environmental hazards Chronic aquatic toxicity