Ethyl Caproate

EU Classification

WHIMIS Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure Category 3 Flammable liquids Category 3 WHIMIS Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation Flammable liquid and vapour

2.2 Label elements

Warning

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapors and spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use non-sparking tools Take action to prevent static discharges Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection Keep cool Eyes 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 and attention Skin If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice and attention IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower] Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell Fire In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents and container to an approved waste disposal plant

Further information

May be harmful in contact with skin. Toxic to aquatic life.