Portland Cement

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard pictograms

GHS05 GHS07 GHS08

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes serious eye damage May cause cancer (Inhalation, Dermal).

Precautionary statements

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Do not breathe dust Wash clothing, face, hands thoroughly after handling Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace Wear eye protection, protective clothing, protective gloves If swallowed: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Immediately call a doctor Specific treatment (see Section 4 on this label) If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Dispose of contents/container to comply with local/regional/national regulations

2.3 Other hazards

Trace amounts of naturally occurring chemicals might be detected during chemical analysis. Trace constituents may include insoluble residue, some of which may be free Quartz (crystalline silica), calcium oxide (Also known as lime or quick lime), magnesium oxide, potassium sulfate, sodium sulfate, chromium compounds, and nickel compounds.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category 1 EYE DAMAGE - Category 1 SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1 CARCINOGENICITY/INHALATION - Category 1