2-Chloroacrylonitrile (stabilized with HQ)

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 2

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Skin sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1B

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Category 1

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Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapour Fatal if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause cancer Very toxic to aquatic life

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing mist, vapors or spray. Avoid release to the environment. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice or attention. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention. Collect spillage.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

May cause polimerization.