PARACETAMOL | ICSC: 1330 (November 2008) |
Acetaminophen 4'-Hydroxyacetanilide p-Acetylaminophenol N-(4-Hydroxyphenyl) acetamide |
CAS #: 103-90-2 |
EC Number: 203-157-5 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. | NO open flames. | Use powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Protective gloves. | Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. | |
Eyes | Redness. | Wear safety goggles. | Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). |
Ingestion | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Give one or two glasses of water to drink. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. |
According to UN GHS Criteria WARNING
May cause damage to liver and kidneys through prolonged or repeated exposure if swallowedToxic to aquatic life Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. | |
PACKAGING | |
PARACETAMOL | ICSC: 1330 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
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Formula: C8H9NO2 / HOC6H4NHCOCH3 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment. |
NOTES |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations Paracetamol (PIM 396) Paracetamol (IARC Summary & Evaluation, Volume 73, 1999)