OXALIC ACID

Hazard statements (CLP)

H314, H335

Code

Statements

H314

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

result in GHS classification: Hazard Classification Health Hazards Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1C Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Category 3 Single Exposure

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation.

Prevention

Do not breathe dust or mists. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. 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. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.

Storage

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

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 None. result in GHS classification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Health Hazards Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1C Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Category 3