Cadmium

Hazard statements (CLP)

H301, H330, H341, H350, H361, H372, H410

Code

Statements

H301

Toxic if swallowed

2.3 Other hazards

Carcinogen, Target organ effect, Highly toxic by inhalation, Toxic by ingestion, Reproductive hazard, Mutagen Target Organs: Lungs, Kidney

Signal word

Danger

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity, Inhalation Category 2 Acute toxicity, Oral Category 3 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure Category 1 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 1

Hazard statements

H301 Toxic if swallowed. H330 Fatal if inhaled. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects. H350 May cause cancer. H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P284 Wear respiratory protection. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Potential health effects

Eyes Causes eye irritation. Inhalation May be fatal if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Skin May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation. Ingestion Toxic if swallowed.

HMIS® ratings

Health 3 Health 3 Flammability 0 Fire 0 Reactivity 0 Reactivity 0 Specific hazard Not Available Personal E