Adipic Acid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards

Not classified

Health hazards

Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Autonomic nervous system Repeated exposure [Category 1]

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Category 3 Label elements Pictograms or hazard symbols

Signal word

Danger Hazard statements Causes serious eye irritation Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Autonomic nervous system May cause respiratory irritation Harmful to aquatic life

Prevention

Do not breathe dust, fume, mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear eye protection.

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. 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. Get medical advice or attention if you feel unwell.

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 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation - Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Autonomic nervous system - Repeated exposure [Category 1] ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS Acute aquatic hazard