Hexyl Salicylate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H315, H317, H361, H410

Code

Statements

H315

Causes skin irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS classification of chemical product Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Skin sensitization Sub-category 1A Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard Category 1 Long-term (chronic) aquatic haz- ard Category 1

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and under- stood. Avoid breathing mist or vapors. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the work- place. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face pro- tection.

Response

IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

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

Other hazards which do not result in classification

None known.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Skin corrosion/irritation : Category 2 Skin sensitization : Sub-category 1A Reproductive toxicity : Category 2 Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard : Category 1 Long-term (chronic) aquatic haz- : Category 1 ard