CITRIC ACID MONOHYDRATE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H319

Code

Statements

H319

Causes serious eye irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard classification Health hazards Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Unknown toxicity Acute toxicity, dermal 100 % Acute toxicity, inhalation, vapor 100 % Acute toxicity, inhalation, dust or mist 100 % Unknown toxicity Acute hazards to the aquatic 100 %

Environmental hazards

Chronic hazards to the aquatic 100 %

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

Causes serious eye irritation.

Prevention

Avoid breathing dust. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Response

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 plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

None.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Health hazards Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Unknown toxicity Acute toxicity, dermal 100 % Acute toxicity, inhalation, vapor 100 % Acute toxicity, inhalation, dust or mist 100 % Unknown toxicity Acute hazards to the aquatic 100 % environment Chronic hazards to the aquatic 100 % environment