Ferric Chloride, 40% (w/w)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H315, H318, H411

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

2.3 Other hazards

Harmful by ingestion, Irritant Target Organs: None

Signal word

Danger

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Corrosive to metals Category 1 Skin irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage Category 1 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 2 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 2

Hazard statements

H290 May be corrosive to metals. H315 Causes skin irritation. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

P234 Keep only in original container. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician. P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material-damage. P391 Collect spillage. P406 Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant liner. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.

Potential health effects

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

HMIS® ratings

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