WHMIS (Butyric acid)

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

WHMIS 2015 classification - Note to reader

• Flammable liquids - Category 41
• Flash point = 71,1 °C Tag closed cup

• Acute toxicity - dermal - Category 32 3 4 5 6

• Skin corrosion/irritation - Category 13 5 7 8 9

• Serious eye damage/eye irritation - Category 13 5 8 9

• Health hazards not otherwise classified (corrosion) - Category 13 9

Danger

Combustible liquid (H227)
Toxic in contact with skin (H311)
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage (H314)
Causes severe damage to the respiratory tract

Ingredient disclosure

Comments: This product could be corrosive to metals, please contact the supplier for additionnal information.

References

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The [number] refers to the Information SST database of the CNESST Documentation Center.