2-Vinylpyridine

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 3

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Acute toxicity, dermal Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Sensitization, skin Category 1

Environmental hazards

Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor. Harmful if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Corrosive to the respiratory tract.

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Do not breathe mist/vapors. Wash thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

If exposed Immediately call a poison center/doctor. If swallowed Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

None.