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Hazard statements (CLP)

H302, H312, H316, H317, H320, H334, H341, H350, H373

Code

Statements

H302

Harmful if swallowed

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS08 Health hazard Respiratory Sensitizer - Category 1B H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. Germ Cell Mutagenicity - Category 2 H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects. Carcinogenicity - Category 1B H350 May cause cancer. Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure - H373 May cause damage to organs through Category 2 prolonged or repeated exposure. GHS07 Acute Toxicity (Oral) - Category 4 H302 Harmful if swallowed. Acute Toxicity (Dermal) – Category 4 H312 Harmful in contact with skin. Skin Sensitizer - Category 1B H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. Skin Corrosion - Category 3 H316 Causes mild skin irritation. Eye Irritation - Category 2B H320 Causes eye irritation.

2.2 Label elements

The product is classified and labeled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS)

Hazard pictograms

GHS07 GHS08

Signal word

Danger

Hazardous Ingredients

disodium 3,3'-[[1,1'-biphenyl]-4,4'-diylbis(azo)]bis(4-aminonaphthalene-1-sulphonate)

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin. Causes mild skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Suspected of causing genetic defects. May cause cancer. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. · WHMIS-symbols: D2A - Very toxic material causing other toxic effects

Precautionary statements

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Specific measures (see on this label). If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Classification system

NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4) Health = 1 0 Fire = 0 1 0 Reactivity = 0 · HMIS-ratings (scale 0 - 4) HEALTH 1 Health = 1 0 Fire = 0 FIRE REACTIVITY 0 Reactivity = 0

PBT Substances

Not applicable

vPvB Substances

Not applicable