Revision date
2014-10-06
Product name
(R)-Styrene Oxide
CAS No.
20780-53-4
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Company name
TCI AMERICA
E-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
sales-US@TCIchemicals.com
Signal word
Danger!
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 4] Acute Toxicity - Dermal [Category 3] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 2A] Sensitization - Skin [Category 1] Germ Cell Mutagenicity [Category 2] Carcinogenicity [Category 1B] Toxic to Reproduction [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 2] Flammable Liquids [Category 4] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 2]
Signal word
Danger!
Hazard statements
Causes serious eye irritation Causes skin irritation Combustible liquid Harmful if swallowed May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause cancer Suspected of causing genetic defects Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Toxic in contact with skin Toxic to aquatic life May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May cause damage to organs: Liver through prolonged or repeated exposure.
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Prevention
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves and protective clothing. Wear protective gloves. Wear eye and face protection. Avoid breathing dusts or mists. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. Avoid breathing fume, mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not breathe fume, mist, vapors or spray. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames or other hot surfaces. - No smoking. Wear protective gloves, eye protection and face protection.
Response
If swallowed Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. 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 or attention. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If exposed Call a poison center or doctor. If exposed or concerned Get medical advice or attention. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Get medical advice or attention if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
Storage
Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Disposal
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with US EPA guidelines for the classification and determination of hazardous waste listed in 40 CFR 261.3. (See Section 13)
2.3 Other hazards
HNOC] May cause polimerization