CAUSTIC SODA

Classification according to GHS

Classified as Hazardous according to the Globally Harmonised System of Classification and labelling of Chemicals (GHS) including Work, Health and Safety regulations, Australia Classified as Dangerous Goods according to the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail. (7th edition) Corrosive to Metals: Category 1 Eye Damage/Irritation: Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 1A

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes serious eye damage.

Hazard pictograms

Corrosion

Prevention

Keep only in original container. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash contaminated skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

Storage

Store locked up. Store in corrosive resistant/ container with a resistant inner liner.

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste facility