Amyl Acetate

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 3

Health hazards

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation, Narcotic effects Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Eye Repeated exposure [Category 1]

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Category 3 Label elements Pictograms or hazard symbols

Signal word

Danger Hazard statements Flammable liquid and vapour Causes skin irritation Causes eye irritation Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Eye May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness Harmful to aquatic life

Prevention

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. Do not breathe 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 protective gloves, eye protection.

Response

IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice or attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. 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. In case of fire: Use dry chemical, dry sand or foam to extinguish.

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 Flammable liquids Category 3 HEALTH HAZARDS Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation, Narcotic effects - Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Eye - Repeated exposure [Category 1] ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS Acute aquatic hazard