BCHPC

Hazard statements (CLP)

H242, H317, H412

Code

Statements

H242

Heating may cause a fire

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Organic peroxides Type C Skin sensitisation Category 1 Short-term (acute) aquatic Category 3 hazard Long-term (chronic) aquatic Category 3 hazard

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H242 Heating may cause a fire. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P234 Keep only in original packaging. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P261 Avoid breathing dust. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protec- tion/ face protection/ hearing protection.

Response

P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical ad- vice/ attention. P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide to extinguish.

Storage

P403 Store in a well-ventilated place. P410 Protect from sunlight. P411 Store at temperatures not exceeding < 20 °C/ < 68 °F. P420 Store separately.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

None known.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Organic peroxides : Type C Skin sensitisation : Category 1 Short-term (acute) aquatic : Category 3 hazard Long-term (chronic) aquatic : Category 3 hazard