Drexel Lambdafos Insecticide

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification (As defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29)

Health hazards

Acute toxicity – oral Category 3 Acute toxicity – inhalation Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Eye damage/irritation Category 2B

Aspiration hazard

Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure Category 1

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic – acute hazard Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed. Harmful if inhaled. Causes skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Causes damage to nervous system. Causes damage to nervous system through prolonged or repeated exposure. Very toxic to aquatic life.

Prevention

Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wear protective gloves. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in well- ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment from other than intended use.

Response

If swallowed: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. If exposed or concerned: Call POISON CENTER/doctor. Specific treatment see Note to Physician, Section 4. Get medical attention if you feel unwell. Collect spillage.

Storage

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

Disposal

Disposal of contents/container must be in accordance with your local or area regulations.