Benzyl Acetate

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards

Not classified

Health hazards

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory system Single exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Narcotic effects Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Kidney Repeated exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Mucous membranes Repeated exposure [Category 2]

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Category 2 Long-term aquatic hazard Category 3 Label elements Pictograms or hazard symbols

Signal word

Danger Hazard statements Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Causes damage to organs Respiratory system Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Kidney May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Mucous membranes May cause drowsiness or dizziness Toxic to aquatic life Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

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. 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 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory system - Single exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Narcotic effects - Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Kidney - Repeated exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Mucous membranes - Repeated exposure [Category 2] ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS Acute aquatic hazard Category 2 Long-term aquatic hazard