NATURAL STONE (QUARTZITE, SCHIST, GRANITE, MARBLE, TRAVERTINE)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H335, H350i, H372, H373

Code

Statements

H335

May cause respiratory irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance Articles are not subject to classification according to CLP Regulation 1272/08. However, due to the article’s possible crystalline silica (SiO2) content, which can vary (0 - 99%) depending on the type of natural stone sourced (see section 3), dust dispersed during the article’s mechanical processing will be classified as follows QUARTZITE, SCHIST, GRANITE

Hazard categories

Hazard statements STOT RE 1 Specific target organ toxicity (STOT) - repeated exposure H372 Causes damage to organs through repeated or prolonged Category 1 exposure Category 1A carcinogen H350i May cause cancer by inhalation STOT SE 3 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) H335 May cause respiratory tract irritation MARBLE, TRAVERTINE Hazard statements STOT RE 2 Specific target organ toxicity (STOT) - repeated exposure H373 May cause damage to organs through repeated or prolonged Category 2 exposure Category 1A carcinogen H350i May cause cancer by inhalation STOT SE 3 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) H335 May cause respiratory tract irritation

2.2 Label elements

QUARTZITE, SCHIST, GRANITE

Precautionary statements

H372 Causes damage to organs through P201 Obtain special instructions before use repeated or prolonged exposure P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood H350i May cause cancer by inhalation P260 Do not breathe dust H3354 May cause respiratory tract irritation P264 Wash face, hands and forearms thoroughly after handling P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using P271 Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated areas P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and respiratory protection P304+P340 In case of inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position conducive to breathing P305+P338+P351 In case of contact with eyes: Rinse thoroughly for several minutes. Remove any contact lenses if it is easy to do so. Continue rinsing P308+P313 In case of exposure or possible exposure: Seek medical advice P337+P313 If eye irritation persists, seek medical advice P403 Store in a well-ventilated place. P501 - Dispose of as hazardous waste in compliance with applicable national legislation Warnings: none MARBLE, TRAVERTINE H373 May cause damage to organs through P201 Obtain special instructions before use repeated or prolonged exposure P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood H350i May cause cancer by inhalation P260 Do not breathe dust H335 May cause respiratory tract irritation P264 Wash face, hands and forearms thoroughly after handling P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using P271 Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated areas P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and respiratory protection P304+P340 In case of inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position conducive to breathing P305+P338+P351 In case of contact with eyes: Rinse thoroughly for several minutes. Remove any contact lenses if it is easy to do so. Continue rinsing P308+P313 In case of exposure or possible exposure: Seek medical advice P337+P313 If eye irritation persists, seek medical advice P403 Store in a well-ventilated place. P501 - Dispose of as hazardous waste in compliance with applicable national legislation Warnings: none

2.3 Other hazards

During cutting, engraving, drilling, milling, polishing, etc. of the slab, particulate matter containing respirable crystalline silica may be dispersed into the air. Massive inhalation of respirable dust and crystalline silica can cause serious diseases such as pneumoconiosis, pulmonary fibrosis (silicosis), lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or kidney disease.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Articles are not subject to classification according to CLP Regulation 1272/08. However, due to the article’s possible crystalline silica (SiO2) content, which can vary (0 - 99%) depending on the type of natural stone sourced (see section 3), dust dispersed during the article’s mechanical processing will be classified as follows: QUARTZITE, SCHIST, GRANITE: Hazard Category Hazard statements STOT RE 1 Specific target organ toxicity (STOT) - repeated exposure H372 Causes damage to organs through repeated or prolonged Category 1 exposure Category 1A carcinogen H350i May cause cancer by inhalation STOT SE 3 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) H335 May cause respiratory tract irritation MARBLE, TRAVERTINE: Hazard Category Hazard statements STOT RE 2 Specific target organ toxicity (STOT) - repeated exposure H373 May cause damage to organs through repeated or prolonged Category 2 exposure Category 1A carcinogen H350i May cause cancer by inhalation STOT SE 3 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) H335 May cause respiratory tract irritation 2.2 Label elements QUARTZITE, SCHIST, GRANITE: Hazard symbols: Hazard statements Safety advice H372 Causes damage to organs through P201 Obtain special instructions before use repeated or prolonged exposure P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood H350i May cause cancer by inhalation P260 Do not breathe dust H3354 May cause respiratory tract irritation P264 Wash face, hands and forearms thoroughly after handling P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using P271 Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated areas P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and respiratory protection P304+P340 In case of inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position conducive to breathing P305+P338+P351 In case of contact with eyes: Rinse thoroughly for several minutes. Remove any contact lenses if it is easy to do so. Continue rinsing P308+P313 In case of exposure or possible exposure: Seek medical advice P337+P313 If eye irritation persists, seek medical advice P403 Store in a well-ventilated place. P501 - Dispose of as hazardous waste in compliance with applicable national legislation Warnings: none MARBLE, TRAVERTINE Hazard symbols: Hazard statements Safety advice H373 May cause damage to organs through