HYDROGEN SULPHIDE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H220, H280, H330, H400

Code

Statements

H220

Extremely flammable gas

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards

Flammable Gases: Category 1A Gases Under Pressure: Liquefied gas

Health hazards

Acute Toxicity: Inhalation: Category 2 Environmental Hazards Aquatic Toxicity (Acute): Category 1

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H220 Extremely flammable gas. H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. H330 Fatal if inhaled. H400 Very toxic to aquatic life.

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P284 Wear respiratory protection.

Response

P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. P320 Specific treatment is urgent - see first aid instructions. P377 Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. P381 In case of leakage, eliminate all ignition sources. P391 Collect spillage.

Storage

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

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with relevant regulations.

Other hazards

No information provided

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO SAFE WORK AUSTRALIA CRITERIA Physical Hazards Flammable Gases: Category 1A Gases Under Pressure: Liquefied gas Health Hazards Acute Toxicity: Inhalation: Category 2 Environmental Hazards Aquatic Toxicity (Acute): Category 1