3-Chloro-1,2-propanediol

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards

Not classified

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 2 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Carcinogenicity Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity Kidney Single exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Central nervous system Single exposure [Category 2] Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Kidney Repeated exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Blood Repeated exposure [Category 2]

Environmental hazards

Not classified

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful in contact with skin Fatal if swallowed or if inhaled. Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of causing cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs Kidney May cause damage to organs Central nervous system Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Kidney May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Blood May cause respiratory irritation

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear respiratory protection. 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. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. 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: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor.

Storage

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

Disposal

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

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

PHYSICAL HAZARDS Not classified HEALTH HAZARDS Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 2 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Carcinogenicity Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity Kidney - Single exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Central nervous system - Single exposure [Category 2] Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation - Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Kidney - Repeated exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Blood - Repeated exposure [Category 2] ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS Not classified