BENZALDEHYDE (LOW BENZENE < 2.5 PPM)

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 4

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Acute toxicity, dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Sensitization, skin Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity, single Category 3 respiratory tract irritation exposure

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 1 acute hazard Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 1

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

Combustible liquid. Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes serious eye irritation. Very toxic to aquatic life. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Avoid breathing mist or vapor. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. 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. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise After prolonged contact with highly porous materials, this product may spontaneously combust.

Additional information

None.