RESORCINOL
ICSC: 1033 |
1,3-Dihydroxybenzene 1,3-Benzenediol 3-Hydroxyphenol Resorcin C6H6O2 Molecular mass: 110.1 ICSC # 1033 | CAS # 108-46-3 RTECS # VG9625000 UN # 2876 EC # 604-010-00-1 May 08, 2003 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Combustible. | NO open flames. | Water spray, powder. |
EXPLOSION | Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding). | ||
EXPOSURE | PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE! | ||
INHALATION | Abdominal pain. Blue lips or finger nails. Blue skin. Confusion. Convulsions. Cough. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Sore throat. Unconsciousness. | Local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | Redness. Pain. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention. |
EYES | Redness. Pain. | Safety goggles, face shield, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
INGESTION | (See Inhalation). | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. (Extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles). | Separated from incompatible materials and food and feedstuffs . See Chemical Dangers. | Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Xn symbol N symbol R: 22-36/38-50 S: 2-26-61 UN Hazard Class: 6.1 UN Packing Group: III | ||
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ENVIRONMENTAL | The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. | |||
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Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is indicated. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Do NOT take working clothes home. 2006: Ingestion first aid updated.
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