Monochloroacetic acid(Hazards)
1.Summary of hazards
| GHS classification: Physical and chemical hazards |
Not classifiable |
|---|---|
| Acute toxicity (oral) | Category 3 |
| Acute toxicity (dermal) | Category 3 |
| Acute toxicity (inhalation/vapor) | Not subject of classification |
| Acute toxicity (inhalation/mist) | Not classifiable |
| Skin corrosivity and irritancy | Category 1A |
| Serious eye injury and eye irritation | Category 1 |
| Respiratory sensitization | Not classifiable |
| Skin sensitization | Not classifiable |
| Germ cell mutagenicity | Not classifiable |
| Carcinogenicity | Not classified |
| Reproductive toxicity | Category 2 |
| Specific target organ and systemic toxicity (single exposure) |
Category 1 (nervous system, heart, kidney, liver, and respiratory organs) |
| Specific target organ and systemic toxicity (repeated exposure) |
Category 2 (respiratory organs, heart, and liver) |
| Aspiration hazard | Not classifiable |
| Aquatic environmental hazard (acute) | Category 1 |
| Aquatic environmental hazard (chronic) | Not classified |
GHS label elements
Hazards identification
- Harmful when ingested
- Harmful in contact with skin
- Serious chemical injury to skin and eye injury
- Serious eye injury
- Suspected risk for adverse effects on reproductive potential and fetus
- Disorders of organs (nervous system, heart, kidney, liver, and respiratory organs)
- Risk for disorders due to long-term or repeated exposures (respiratory organs, heart, and liver)
- High toxicity to aquatic life
Precautionary statements
| Hazards | Classification | Precautionary statements | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acute toxicity - oral |
3 | Precautionary measures | Measures |
| Do not eat, drink, or smoke while using this product Wash your hands well after handling this product. | Ingestion: Immediately contact a physician. Rinse your mouth. If an emergency administration of antidote is necessary, emergency special treatment is required. (Refer to the supplemental first aid instructions on this label.) |
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| Storage | Disposal | ||
| Store in a locked place. | Dispose of the contents and containers according to the international, Japanese government, prefectural, and municipal regulations. | ||
| Acute toxicity - dermal |
3 | Precautionary measures | Measures |
| Wear protective gloves, protective clothes, safety glasses, and face shield (designated by the regulatory competent authorities, manufacturer, or supplier). | Immediately remove all contaminated clothes. Skin contact: Wash with large amounts of water and soap. If the person does not feel well, contact a physician. If treatment such as with specific detergent is recommended, emergency special treatment is necessary. (Refer to the supplemental first aid instructions on this label.) When reusing contaminated clothes, launder the clothes. | ||
| Storage | Disposal | ||
| Store in a locked place. | Dispose of the contents and containers according to the international, Japanese government, prefectural, and municipal regulations. | ||
| Skin corrosivity and irritancy |
1A | Precautionary measures | Measures |
| Wear protective gloves, protective clothes, safety glasses, and face shield (designated by the regulatory competent authorities, manufacturer, or supplier). Wash your hands well after handling this product. If particles are generated which could be inhaled while the product is used, do not inhale dust or mist. | Contact with skin (or hair)F Immediately remove all contaminated clothes. Wash the skin with running water/shower. When reusing contaminated clothes, launder the clothes. Eye contactF Wash your eyes thoroughly with water for several minutes. For a contact lens wearer, remove the lens if they can be removed easily. Then continue washing the eyes with water. IngestionF Rinse your mouth. Do not induce vomiting. InhalationF Move the patient to an area with fresh air, allow him/her to quietly rest in a position that facilitates breathing. Immediately contact a physician. (Refer to the supplemental first aid instructions on this label.) If an emergency administration of antidote is necessary, emergency special treatment is required. (Detergents designated by the regulatory competent authorities, manufacturer, or supplier can be stated). |
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| Storage | Disposal | ||
| Store in a locked place. | Dispose of the contents and containers according to the international, Japanese government, prefectural, and municipal regulations. | ||
| Serious eye injury and eye irritation |
1 | Precautionary measures | Measures |
Wear
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Eye contactF Wash your eyes thoroughly with water for several minutes. For a contact lens wearer, remove the lens if they can be removed easily. Then continue washing the eyes with water. Immediately contact a physician. |
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| Reproductive toxicity |
2 | Precautionary measures | Measures |
| Obtain handling instructions before use of this product. Do not handle the product until you read and understand all safety precautions. Use designated personal protective equipment. |
In case of exposure or concern for exposureF Seek medical care from a physician. |
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| Storage | Disposal | ||
| Store in a locked place. | Dispose of the contents and containers according to the international, Japanese government, prefectural, and municipal regulations. | ||
| Specific target organ and systemic toxicity (single exposure) |
1 | Precautionary measures | Measures |
| Do not eat, drink, or smoke while using this product Wash your hands well after handling this product. Do not inhale dust, smoke, gas, mist, vapor, or spray. |
In case of exposure: Contact a physician.F If an emergency treatment is necessary, emergency special treatment is required. (Refer to the supplemental first aid instructions on this label.) |
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| Storage | Disposal | ||
| Store in a locked place. | Dispose of the contents and containers according to the international, Japanese government, prefectural, and municipal regulations. | ||
| Specific target organ and systemic toxicity (repeated exposure) |
2 | Precautionary measures | Measures |
| Do not inhale dust, smoke, gas, mist, vapor, or spray. | If the person does not feel well, seek medical care from a physician. | ||
| - | Disposal | ||
| Dispose of the contents and containers according to the international, Japanese government, prefectural, and municipal regulations. | |||
| Aquatic environment - acute hazards |
1 | Precautionary measures | Measures |
| Avoid release to the environment. | Recover leaked material. | ||
| - | Disposal | ||
| Dispose of the contents and containers according to the international, Japanese government, prefectural, and municipal regulations. | |||
Summary of other hazards not applicable to GHS, important signs, and potential state of emergency
Most important hazardsF
- The substance is highly permeating through skin and causes chemical injury and gangrene.
- Delayed treatment can lead to death. Promptly take measures stated in g4. First aid treatment.h
- Since the effects can be delayed, medical follow-up is [always] necessary.
HazardsF
- When the substance contacts the skin, it is highly irritating and corrosive to the skin.
- When the substance contacts the eyes, it is very irritating to the cornea and causes inflammation.
- When the substance is inhaled, it is highly invasive to the mucous membranes of the nose, throat, and bronchi.
Specific hazardsF
Strongly acidic
Country/local informationF
Japan; acutely toxic substance, corrosive substance
