trans-1,4-Dichloro-2-butene

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 3

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1B Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity Liver, Respiratory system, Kidney, Central nervous Single exposure [Category 1] system, Spleen Specific target organ toxicity Narcotic effects Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Liver, Respiratory system Repeated exposure [Category 1]

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Category 1 Long-term aquatic hazard Category 1 Label elements Pictograms or hazard symbols

Signal word

Danger Hazard statements Flammable liquid and vapour Fatal if inhaled Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause genetic defects May cause cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs Liver Respiratory system Kidney Central nervous system Spleen Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Liver Respiratory system May cause drowsiness or dizziness Very toxic to aquatic life 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 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. 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 respiratory protection. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Wash contaminated clothing 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. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. If exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Collect spillage.

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.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

PHYSICAL HAZARDS Flammable liquids Category 3 HEALTH HAZARDS Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1B Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity Liver, Respiratory system, Kidney, Central nervous - Single exposure [Category 1] system, Spleen Specific target organ toxicity Narcotic effects - Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Liver, Respiratory system - Repeated exposure [Category 1] ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS Acute aquatic hazard Category 1 Long-term aquatic hazard