⚠ DANGER: Potent paint stripper and solvent. Metabolized to CO in the body — can cause carboxyhemoglobin elevation and cardiac risk. OSHA proposed rule to ban most consumer uses. Dense vapours accumulate at floor level.
GHS Hazard Pictograms
⚠ Harmful/Irritant❤️ Health Hazard
Hazard Statements (H-codes)
H302 – Harmful if swallowed
H315 – Causes skin irritation
H319 – Causes serious eye irritation
H335 – May cause respiratory irritation
H336 – May cause drowsiness or dizziness
H351 – Suspected of causing cancer
Precautionary Statements (P-codes)
P261 – Avoid breathing vapours
P271 – Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated area
P281 – Use required PPE
P308+P313 – IF exposed or concerned: Seek medical advice
First Aid Measures (Section 4)
👁Eye Contact▼
Flush with water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
🖐Skin Contact▼
Wash with soap and water. Rapidly absorbed through skin — prolonged contact is hazardous.
🫁Inhalation▼
Remove to fresh air immediately. DCM metabolizes to CO — cardiac risk. Seek emergency medical care for significant exposure. Oxygen therapy may be required.
🫦Ingestion▼
Call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222) and seek emergency care.
Storage & Handling
🔒 Storage & Handling: Store in well-ventilated area in original sealed containers. Incompatible with strong oxidizers and alkali metals.
PPE Requirements
Chemical splash goggles
Butyl rubber gloves (nitrile degrades rapidly)
Full-face supplied-air respirator for extended use
Continuous air monitoring
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