Sodium Hydroxide,

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H314, H317, H318, H402

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture Corrosive Skin corrosion, category 1A Corrosive to metals, category 1 Serious eye damage, category 1 Irritant Skin sensitization, category 1 Skin Corrosion 1B Skin Sensitization 1 Corrosive to Metals 1 Eye corr. 1 Signal word: Danger Hazard statements May be corrosive to metals Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes serious eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction Harmful to aquatic life

Precautionary statements

If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. Keep out of reach of children. Read label before use. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Keep only in original container. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). 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. IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water. Store in corrosive resistant stainless steel container with a resistant inner liner. Store locked up. Dispose of contents and container to an approved waste disposal plant. Other Non-GHS Classification: WHMIS E D2B NFPA/HMIS NFPA SCALE (0-4)

HMIS® ratings

(0-4)

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Corrosive Skin corrosion, category 1A Corrosive to metals, category 1 Serious eye damage, category 1 Irritant Skin sensitization, category 1 Skin Corrosion 1B. Skin Sensitization 1. Corrosive to Metals 1. Eye corr. 1.