FORMALDEHYDE 37%

Hazard statements (CLP)

H227, H311+P364, H314, H317, H331, H341, H402

Code

Statements

H227

Combustible liquid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquids (Category 4) Acute toxicity, oral (Category 3) Acute toxicity, inhalation (Category 3) Acute toxicity, dermal (Category 3) Skin corrosion / skin irritation (Sub-category 1B) Skin sensitization (Category 1) Germ cell mutagenicity (Category 2) Carcinogenicity (Category 1B) Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure (Category 1) Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 3)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H227 Combustible liquid. H301 + Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or by inhalation. H311 + H331 H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects H350 May cause cancer H370 Causes damage to organs H402 Harmful to aquatic life. Precautionary P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P260 Do not breath dust / fume / gas / mist / vapours / spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301 + IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Rinse mouth. P310 + Do NOT induce vomiting. P330 + P331 P303 + IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin P361 + with water [or shower]. P353 P304 + IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P340 + Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. P310 P305 + IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact P351 + lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. P338 + P310 P308 + IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER / Doctor. P311 P333 + If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advise/attention. P313 P361 + Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash them before reuse. P364 P370 + In case of fire: Use chemical powder or anti-alcohol foam to extinguish. P378 P403 + Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P233 P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents / container to an approved waste disposal installation.

2.3 Other hazards

Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled. Extremely irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Causes irritation to the respiratory tract. Eyes: Causes eye burns and irritation. Skin: Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Causes burns to the skin. Cause irritation to the skin. Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.