Zirconium(IV) chloride

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification in accordance with Schedule 1 of Hazardous Products Regulations (HPR) (SOR/2015-17) Combustible Dust

Physical hazards

Not Otherwise Classified - Category 1 Acute Toxicity - Oral - Category 4 Acute Toxicity - Inhalation - Dust/Mist - Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation - Category 1 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation - Category 1

Health hazards

Not Otherwise Classified - Category 1 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Acute - Category 2

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May form combustible dust concentrations in air. Toxic if inhaled. Harmful if swallowed. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Toxic to aquatic life. Reacts violently with water. May cause burns to the respiratory tract.

Prevention

Do not breathe dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Specific treatment (see label). IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.