Iodine

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard statements

Xn Harmful N Dangerous for the environment Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment R 20/21 Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin. R 50 Very toxic to aquatic organisms.

Classification system

HMIS ratings (scale 0-4) (Hazardous Materials Identification System) HEALTH 3 Health (acute effects) = 3 FIRE 0 Flammability = 0 Reactivity = 2 REACTIVITY 2

2.2 Label elements

Danger 3.1/3 - Toxic in contact with skin. 3.1/4 - Harmful if inhaled. Danger 3.2/1C - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Warning 4.1/1 - Very toxic to aquatic life.

Prevention

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. (Contd. of page 1) IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Specific treatment (see label). Specific measures (see label). Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.