FORMALDEHYDE 36-38% PURE P.A

Hazard statements (CLP)

H301, H311, H314, H317, H318, H331, H335, H351

Code

Statements

H301

Toxic if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP/GHS]]

CLP CLASSIFICATION

Acute Tox. 3, H301 Acute Tox. 3, H311 Acute Tox. 3, H331 Skin Corr. 1B, H314 Eye Dam. 1, H318 Skin Sens. 1, H317 Carc. 2, H351 STOT SE 3, H335

EU Classification

Directive 1999/45/EC [DPD] The product is classified as dangerous according to Directive 1999/45/EC and its amendments.

Classifications

Carc. Cat. 3; R40 T; R23/24/25 C; R34 R43

Health hazards

Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Causes burns. May cause sensitization by skin contact. See Section 11 for more detailed information on health effects and symptoms.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Fatal if inhaled. Toxic if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Suspected of causing cancer. May cause damage to organs. May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary statements

Obtain special instructions before use. Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection. Do not breathe vapor. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician. IF IN EYES: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician. Store locked up.

Hazardous Ingredients

formaldehyde methanol

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Not available.