Pharmasin 25% Granular Premix

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classified as a hazardous substance according to the criteria in the Hazardous Substances (Minimum Degrees of Hazard) Regulations 2001. Pharmasin 25% Granular Premix is approved pursuant to the HSNO Act 1996, HSR002370. The EPA website www.epa.govt.nz should be consulted for the full list of triggered controls and cited regulations.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

6.4A Eye irritant 6.5A Respiratory sensitiser 6.5B Contact sensitiser (skin allergen) 9.1A Aquatic ecotoxin

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

Causes serious eye irritation May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction Very toxic to aquatic life

Precautionary statements

Read label before use Wear protective gloves, clothing and eye protection Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after handling Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: get medical advice/attention Avoid breathing dust In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Avoid release to the environment Collect spillage