Does methylene chloride meet any of the Canadian WHMIS hazard criteria?
Methylene chloride meets the Canadian WHMIS criteria for class(es):
D1B - Poisonous and infectious material - immediate and serious effects - toxic
D2A - Poisonous and infectious material - other effects - very toxic
D2B - Poisonous and infectious material - Other effects - Toxic
Is it classified by OSHA (U.S. Occupational Health and Safety Administration)?
Meets criteria for hazardous material, as defined by 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Does methylene chloride meet the criteria for the European Union (EU) Classification and Labelling Information system?
It meets the EU criteria for class(es):
Carcinogenic, Category 3. [carc. cat 3].
What risk and safety phrases are used by the EU Classification and Labelling Information System?
EU RISK PHRASES :
Possible risk of irreversible effects. [R:40].
EU SAFETY PHRASES :
Keep out of reach of children.* Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray (appropriate wording to be specified by the manufacturer. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. [S:(2-)*23-24/25-36/37].
*This safety phrase can be omitted from the label when the subtance or preparation is sold for industrial use only.
