Isobutyraldehyde

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H302, H335, H341, H401

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 2

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation Single exposure [Category 3]

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Category 2 Label elements Pictograms or hazard symbols

Signal word

Danger Hazard statements Highly flammable liquid and vapour Harmful if swallowed Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause respiratory irritation Toxic to aquatic life

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. 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. Avoid breathing 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, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention. 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.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

May form explosive peroxides.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

PHYSICAL HAZARDS Flammable liquids Category 2 HEALTH HAZARDS Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation - Single exposure [Category 3] ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS Acute aquatic hazard