BPB 59230

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H314, H332, H351

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Harmful if inhaled. Suspected of causing cancer.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection. Keep only in original packaging. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid breathing vapor. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Response

Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Wash contaminated clothing 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 or doctor.

Storage

Store locked up. Store in a corrosion resistant container with a resistant inner liner.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

None known.

Additional information

Corrosive to aluminum and steel. Mixing of chemicals may create a reaction hazardous to one’s health, to the environment, or a potential fire hazard.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

ACUTE TOXICITY (inhalation) - Category 4 SKIN CORROSION - Category 1 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE - Category 1 CARCINOGENICITY - Category 2