Hydroxylamine Hydrochloride

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H301, H312, H315, H317, H318, H335, H336, H341, H373, H400

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification GHS classification

Physical hazards

Corrosive to metal Category 1

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Category 1 Irritation Skin sensitizer Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Category 3(Respiratory tract irritation.) Single Exposure Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Category 2(Blood, Central nervous system) Repeated Exposure

Environmental hazards

Acute hazards to the aquatic Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May be corrosive to metals. Toxic if swallowed. Harmful in contact with skin. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Suspected of causing genetic defects. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Very toxic to aquatic life.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. 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/doctor. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Specific treatment (see on this label). Collect spillage.

Storage

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

Primary hazards: Risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition. Specific hazards: No data available.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical Hazards: Corrosive to metal Category 1 Health Hazards: Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Category 1 Irritation Skin sensitizer Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Category 3(Respiratory tract irritation.) Single Exposure Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Category 2(Blood, Central nervous system) Repeated Exposure Environmental Hazards: Acute hazards to the aquatic Category 1 environment