Mercury (II) Oxide Red

Hazard statements (CLP)

H300, H310, H330, H373, H410

Code

Statements

H300

Fatal if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity, Oral (Category B) Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category B) Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category A) Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Category B) Aquatic toxicity (Acute or Chronic) (Category A)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H300 Fatal if swallowed. H310 Fatal in contact with skin. H330 Fatal if inhaled. H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing. P284 Wear respiratory protection.

Response

P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P302 + P350 IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P330 Rinse mouth. P361 Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P391 Collect spillage.

Storage

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

None