Formaldehyde, 37% w/w aq. soln., stab. with 7-8% methanol

Hazard statements (CLP)

H227, H314, H317, H334, H341, H350, H360, H370, H372, H401

Code

Statements

H227

Combustible liquid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification (United States) GHS Classification (United States) Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 3) Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 3) Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 3) Skin corrosion (Category 1B) Skin sensitization (Category 1) Respiratory sensitization (Category 1) Germ cell mutagenicity (Category 2) Carcinogenicity (Category 1B) Reproductive toxicity (Category 1B) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 1) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 2) Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 2) Flammable liquids (Category 4)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H301+H311+H331 Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects. H350 May cause cancer. H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child. H370 Causes damage to organs. H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H401 Toxic to aquatic life. H227 Combustible liquid.

Precautionary statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a poison center or doctor. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P304+P341 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P307+P311 IF EXPOSED: Call a poison center or doctor. P308+P313 IF EXPOSED or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P310 Immediately call a poison center or doctor. P311 Call a poison center or doctor. P312 Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P321 Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). P322 Specific measures (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). P330 Rinse mouth. P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P342+P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a poison center or doctor. P361 Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical, CO2, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

None

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 3) Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 3) Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 3) Skin corrosion (Category 1B) Skin sensitization (Category 1) Respiratory sensitization (Category 1) Germ cell mutagenicity (Category 2) Carcinogenicity (Category 1B) Reproductive toxicity (Category 1B) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 1) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 2) Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 2) Flammable liquids (Category 4) Pictogram(s) Signal word: Danger Hazard statement(s) H301+H311+H331 Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects. H350 May cause cancer. H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child. H370 Causes damage to organs. H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H401 Toxic to aquatic life. H227