3M Steri-Strip Compound Benzoin Tincture, USP grade (Cat. 1544)

Company name

3M

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable Liquid: Category 2. Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Category 2B. Specific Target Organ Toxicity (central nervous system): Category 3.

Hazard pictograms

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Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Causes eye irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Keep container tightly closed. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. 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/attention. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use a fire fighting agent suitable for flammable liquids such as dry chemical or carbon dioxide to extinguish.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with applicable local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

None. 24% of the mixture consists of ingredients of unknown acute oral toxicity.