OXS-P21

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WARNING Can cause severe damage to eye, skin, lung and mouth Toxic to aquatic life

Principle Routes of Exposure

Eye Contact, Skin Contact, Ingestion and Breathing of mists or heated vapors.

Potential health effects

Eye Contact: Dust will be irritating to the eyes. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause burns. Skin Contact: Brief contact is normally not irritating, but prolonged or repeated exposure to the skin from solutions can cause redness, soreness and possible inflammation. Inhalation: May irritate nose and respiratory tract. Ingestion: Irritant to digestive tract if first aid not administered promptly. Estimated to be moderately toxic to humans by ingestion. May cause severe allergic reaction in some persons with asthma. Large doses may cause fatal allergic reaction by some with asthma. Chronic effects of exposure: None are known. 1 First Aid: Eye Contact: Wash eyes immediately with water for 15 minutes while holding the eyelids open. Get medical attention if any irritation is present. Skin Contact: Wash affected area with soap and water and continue for fifteen minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and wash prior to re-use. Get medical attention if irritation persists. Inhalation: Not normally a route of entry, however as a precaution remove person to fresh air. Get medical attention if any breathing difficulties are observed. Ingestion: If conscious, give a large quantity of water or milk and induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention. Never give anything to an unconscious or convulsing person. Notes: No further information available.