WHMIS (Isobutyric acid)

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

WHMIS 2015 classification - Note to reader

• Flammable liquids - Category 31
• Flash point = 56 °C Setaflash closed cup

• Acute toxicity - dermal - Category 32 3 4 5 6 7

• Skin corrosion/irritation - Category 15 6 7

• Serious eye damage/eye irritation - Category 12 5 6 7

• Health hazards not otherwise classified (corrosion) - Category 15

Danger

Flammable liquid and vapour (H226)
Toxic in contact with skin (H311)
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage (H314)
Causes severe damage to the respiratory tract

Ingredient disclosure

References

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