2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid for biochemistry

CAS :94-75-7 Do not allow to enter sewerage system

Hazard / Symptom
Hazard	Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
After inhalation of dust	Irritation symptoms in the respiratory tract. Risk of absorption.
After skin contact	irritant effect Danger of skin absorption.
After eye contact	strong irritant effect
After swallowing	irritations of mucous membranes in the mouth, pharynx, oesophagus and gastrointestinal tract. diarrhoea Rapid absorption.
Systemic effects	muscular symptoms Other notes: After absorption of large quantities: fever , tachycardia , spasms

Protective equipments / General working measures
	Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.

Accidental release measures / Fire-fighting measures
Person-related precautionary measures	Avoid generation of dusts.
Environmental-protection measures	Do not allow to enter sewerage system.
Procedures for cleaning / absorption	Take up dry. Forward for disposal. Clean up affected area.
Suitable extinguishing media	foam , powder , water Fire extinguisher: powder for glowing fire , water , carbon dioxide

First aid
	After inhalation fresh air. Consult doctor if feeling unwell. After skin contact wash off with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing. After eye contact rinse out with plenty of water with the eyelid held wide open. Summon eye specialist. After swallowing make victim drink plenty of water, induce vomiting, summon doctor.

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