Bis(2-chloroethyl) ether

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Hazards Classification

Signal word

Danger Hazard Statements Flammable liquid and vapor Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment Keep cool Take action to prevent static discharges Use non-sparking tools Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Skin Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Rinse mouth Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to [US] OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1200, 2024) This product is not considered hazardous by the US OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 2024 (29 CFR 1910.1200). Flammable liquids Category 3 Acute oral toxicity Category 2 Acute dermal toxicity Category 1 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists