Mirex

Physical hazards

Not classified.

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Acute toxicity, dermal Category 3 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Reproductive toxicity (fertility, the unborn Category 2 child) Reproductive toxicity Effects on or via lactation

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 1

Long term hazards

OSHA defined hazards Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin. Suspected of causing cancer. Suspected of damaging fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child. May cause harm to breast-fed children. Very toxic to aquatic life. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

If swallowed Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Specific treatment (see this label). Rinse mouth. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

Not applicable.