Bromodichloromethane (stabilized with Ethanol)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification GHS classification of chemical product Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 4 Germ cell mutagenicity : Category 1B Carcinogenicity : Category 2 Reproductive toxicity : Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation, Narcotic effects) single exposure Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 2 (Liver, Thyroid, Nervous system, Kidney) repeated exposure Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard : Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May cause genetic defects. Suspected of causing cancer. May damage fertility or the unborn child. May cause damage to organs (Liver, Thyroid, Nervous system, Kid- ney) through prolonged or repeated exposure. Harmful to aquatic life.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and under- stood. Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face pro- tection.

Response

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

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

None known.