1,5-Diaminonaphthalene

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification GHS classification of chemical product Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 4 Skin sensitization : Category 1 Carcinogenicity : Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 2 (Systemic toxicity) single exposure Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 3 (Narcotic effects) single exposure Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard : Category 1 Long-term (chronic) aquatic haz- ard : Category 1

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Suspected of causing cancer. May cause damage to organs (Systemic toxicity). Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and under- stood. Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the work- place. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face pro- tection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Collect spillage.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

None known.