Ethylbenzene

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 Classification

Signal word

Danger Hazard Statements Highly flammable liquid and vapor Harmful if inhaled May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways May cause genetic defects May cause cancer May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood 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 Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Use non-sparking tools Take action to prevent static discharges

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor 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 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Do NOT induce vomiting In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Flammable liquids Category 2 Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 4 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Aspiration Toxicity