Phosphorus (V) fluoride

Hazard statements

T Toxic Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment R 23 Toxic by inhalation. R 34 Causes burns.

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 3.1/2 - Fatal if inhaled. Danger 3.2/1B - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Warning 2.5/L - Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.

Prevention

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

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. 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. Specific treatment is urgent (see label). Specific treatment (see label). Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.

Disposal

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