(R)-Styrene Oxide

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 4

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Skin sensitization Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity Narcotic effects Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Liver Repeated exposure [Category 2]

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Category 2 Label elements Pictograms or hazard symbols

Signal word

Danger Hazard statements Combustible liquid Harmful if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Liver May cause drowsiness or dizziness 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 flames and hot surfaces. – No smoking. 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. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. 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: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. Take off immediately all 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: 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 cause polimerization.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

PHYSICAL HAZARDS Flammable liquids Category 4 HEALTH HAZARDS Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Skin sensitization Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity Narcotic effects - Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Liver - Repeated exposure [Category 2] ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS Acute aquatic hazard