Ammonium hydroxide

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity, Oral Category 4 Skin corrosion Category 1A Serious eye damage Category 1 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Sensitization, respiratory Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes serious eye damage. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause respiratory irritation. Harmful to aquatic life. Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

Prevention Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Do not breathe mist or vapor. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. If swallowed, Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water shower. If inhaled, Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes, Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. oo

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal.