ZnBriteKA 501 BRIGHTENER

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 3 SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category 2 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category 1 TOXIC TO REPRODUCTION [Fertility] - Category 1B TOXIC TO REPRODUCTION [Unborn child] - Category 1B SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY [central nervous system (CNS) and eyes] - Category 1 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED EXPOSURE) [central nervous system (CNS) and eyes] - Category 1 AQUATIC TOXICITY (ACUTE) - Category 1

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Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage. May damage fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to organs. (central nervous system (CNS), eyes) Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. (central nervous system (CNS), eyes) Very toxic to aquatic life.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust or mist. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use personal protective equipment as required. Wear protective gloves. Wear eye/face protection. Keep away from ignition sources such as heat/sparks/open flame. - No smoking. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/material-handling equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid release to the environment. Keep out of reach of children. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Do not breathe vapor. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Get medical attention/advice. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store locked up. Store in cool/well-ventilated place.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Not available.