30% Acrylamide/Bis Solution, 29:1

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview Irritating to skin Irritating to eyes May cause allergic skin reaction Contains a known or suspected carcinogen Appearance Liquid, aqueous solution Physical state Liquid Odour Odourless

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 5 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 5 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Skin sensitisation Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1B Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - Repeated exposure Category 1 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Acute Hazard Category 3 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Chronic Hazard Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed May be harmful in contact with skin May be harmful if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause genetic defects May cause cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray Avoid release to the environment Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap Take off all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention 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: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell Rinse mouth

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Other physicochemical hazards

Not applicable.

Health hazards

Immediate Health Effects: Harmful. Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion or skin contact) to substance may be delayed. If symptoms persist, call a doctor. Causes skin irritation (pain, redness and swelling). Causes severe irritation (tears, blurred vision and redness). Irritating, but will not permanently injure eye tissue. Allergic reactions (sensitiser). Symptoms of allergic reaction may include rash, itching, swelling, trouble breathing, tingling of the hands and feet, dizziness, lightheadedness, chest pain, muscle pain, or flushing.

Potential chronic health

Contains a known or suspected mutagen. Contains a known or suspected carcinogen. Contains a known or suspected reproductive toxin. Target organ(s).

Environmental hazards

This material is a water pollutant. Keep out of drains, sewers, ditches and waterways. Minimise use of water to prevent environmental contamination

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Not applicable