meso-1,2:3,4-Diepoxybutane

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 3

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 2 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation - Single exposure [Category 3]

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Not classified Long-term aquatic hazard Not classified

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Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapour Toxic if swallowed Fatal in contact with skin or if inhaled. Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause genetic defects Suspected of causing cancer May cause respiratory irritation

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. Do not breathe mist, vapors or spray. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear respiratory protection. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. 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: Get medical advice or attention.

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.