Diethyl ether

Hazard statements (CLP)

H224, H302, H316, H319, H336, H433

Code

Statements

H224

Extremely flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Classification under Work Safe New Zealand 3.1A - Flammable liquids: very high hazard 6.1D - Substances that are acutely toxic (Oral) 6.9B - Substances that are harmful to human target organs or systems 6.3B - Substances that are mildly irritating to the skin 6.4A - Substances that are irritating to the eye 9.3C - Substances that are harmful to terrestrial vertebrates Classified as hazardous according to criteria of EPA New Zealand HSNO Approval Number HSR001124

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 1

Health hazards

Acute Oral Toxicity Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 3 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure) Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H224 - Extremely flammable liquid and vapor H302 - Harmful if swallowed H336 - May cause drowsiness or dizziness H316 - Causes mild skin irritation H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H433 - Harmful to terrestrial vertebrates

Precautionary statements

P210 - Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking P233 - Keep container tightly closed P240 - Ground/bond container and receiving equipment P241 - Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting equipment P242 - Use non-sparking tools P243 - Take precautionary measures against static discharge P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P312 - Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell P330 - Rinse mouth P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction 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

May form explosive peroxides Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking