BC175 Med Starflake Alum

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H304, H315+H319, H335, H336, H351, H372, H412

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules 1989

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Very highly flammable liquids GHS Classification Flammable liquids : Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation : Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irri- : Category 2A tation Carcinogenicity : Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 3 (Respiratory system, Central nervous system) single exposure Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 1 repeated exposure Aspiration hazard : Category 1 Short-term (acute) aquatic : Category 3 hazard Long-term (chronic) aquatic : Category 3 hazard

Aspiration hazard

Category 1 Short-term (acute) aquatic Category 3 hazard Long-term (chronic) aquatic Category 3 hazard

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor. H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. H315 + H319 Causes skin irritation and serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P203 Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P260 Do not breathe mist or vapors. P264 + P265 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or with adequate ventilation. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protec- tion/ face protection/ hearing protection.

Response

P301 + P316 IF SWALLOWED: Get emergency medical help immediately. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediate- ly all contaminated clothing. Rinse affected areas with water. P304 + P340 + P319 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Get medical help if you feel unwell. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P318 IF exposed or concerned, get medical advice. P331 Do NOT induce vomiting. P332 + P317 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help. P337 + P317 If eye irritation persists: Get medical help. P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.

Storage

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

If applicable information is provided in this section on other hazards which do not result in classi- fication but which may contribute to the overall hazards of the substance or mixture.