Formaldehyde, Reagent, A.C.S

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H302, H311, H314, H317, H318, H331, H341, H350, H370

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS02 Flame Flammable Liquids - Category 3 GHS06 Skull and crossbones Acute Toxicity (Dermal) – Category 3 Acute Toxicity (Inhalation) - Category 3 GHS08 Health hazard Germ Cell Mutagenicity - Category 2 Carcinogenicity - Category 1B Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure - Category 1 GHS05 Corrosion Skin Corrosion - Category 1B Serious Eye Damage - Category 1 GHS07 Acute Toxicity (Oral) - Category 4 H226 Flammable liquid and vapour. H311 Toxic in contact with skin. H331 Toxic if inhaled. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects. H350 May cause cancer. H370 Causes damage to the central nervous system and the visual organs. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H302 Harmful if swallowed. Skin Sensitizer - Category 1 H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.

2.2 Label elements

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

Hazard pictograms

GHS02 GHS05 GHS06 GHS07 GHS08

Signal word

Danger

Hazardous Ingredients

formaldehyde Methyl Alcohol

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapour. Harmful if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin or if inhaled. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Suspected of causing genetic defects. May cause cancer. Causes damage to the central nervous system and the visual organs.

Precautionary statements

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting] equipment. Use non-sparking tools. Take actions to prevent static discharges. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. If swallowed: Call a poison center/doctor 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 [or 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. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Specific measures (see on this label). If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. In case of fire Use for extinction CO2, powder or water spray Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Classification system

NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4) Health = 3 2 Fire = 2 3 0 Reactivity = 0 · HMIS-ratings (scale 0 - 4) HEALTH *3 Health = *3 FIRE 2 Fire = 2 REACTIVITY 0 Reactivity = 0