2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EC Classification : Highly flammable.
Irritant.
Health Hazards : Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Irritating to eyes.
Signs and Symptoms : Eye irritation signs and symptoms may include a burning
sensation and a temporary redness of the eye. Breathing of
high vapour concentrations may cause central nervous system
(CNS) depression resulting in dizziness, light-headedness,
headache, nausea and loss of coordination. Continued
inhalation may result in unconsciousness and death.
Safety Hazards : Highly flammable.
Environmental Hazards : Not classified as dangerous for the environment.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Preparation description : Isopropyl alcohol.
Hazardous Components
Chemical Identity CAS EINECS Symbol(s) R-phrase(s) Conc.
Propan-2-ol 67-63-0 200-661-7 F, Xi R11; R36;
R67
100,00 %
Additional Information : Refer to chapter 16 for full text of EC R-phrases.
General Information : Keep victim calm. Obtain medical treatment immediately.
Inhalation : Remove to fresh air. If rapid recovery does not occur, transport
to nearest medical facility for additional treatment.
Skin Contact : Remove contaminated clothing. Flush exposed area with water
and follow by washing with soap if available. If persistent
irritation occurs, obtain medical attention.
Eye Contact : Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least
15 minutes while holding eyelids open. Transport to the
nearest medical facility for additional treatment.
Ingestion : If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: transport to nearest
medical facility for additional treatment. If vomiting occurs
spontaneously, keep head below hips to prevent aspiration.
Advice to Physician : Treat symptomatically. Potential for chemical pneumonitis.
Consider: gastric lavage with protected airway, administration
of activated charcoal. Call a doctor or poison control center for
guidance.