NIGERICIN SODIUM SALT - 20431

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview Toxic if swallowed Irritating to skin Irritating to eyes Appearance Powder Physical state Powder Odour No information available

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention Take off all 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 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Rinse mouth

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations as applicable

Other physicochemical hazards

Not applicable.

Health hazards

Immediate Health Effects: Can cause poisoning if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed by the skin. Symptoms of poisoning may appear even after several hours. Medical examination necessary even merely on suspicion of intoxication. Causes skin irritation (pain, redness and swelling). Causes severe irritation (tears, blurred vision and redness). Irritating, but will not permanently injure eye tissue. Signs and symptoms may include coughing, gasping, choking and difficulty breathing.

Potential chronic health

Not applicable

Environmental hazards

Not applicable

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Not applicable