ER-2048C

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard statements

Corrosive · Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment: The product has to be labelled due to the calculation procedure of international guidelines. Harmful in contact with skin. Causes burns. Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. Risk of serious damage to eyes. Irritating to respiratory system and skin. May cause sensitisation by inhalation and skin contact. Only for trade users / technical specialists Keep out of the reach of children.

Classification system

The classification was made according to the latest editions of international substances lists, and expanded upon from company and literature data. · NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4) Health = 3 1 Fire = 1 3 0 Reactivity = 0 (Contd. of page 1) · HMIS-ratings (scale 0 - 4) HEALTH 3 Health = 3 FIRE 1 Fire = 1 REACTIVITY 0 Reactivity = 0

2.2 Label elements

Danger 3.10/1 - May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Danger 3.2/1B - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Warning 3.1/4 - Harmful in contact with skin. 3.4/1 - May cause an allergic skin reaction. 3.8/3 - May cause respiratory irritation.

Prevention

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. 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.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position 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 or doctor/physician. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Specific treatment (see label). Specific measures (see label). Do NOT induce vomiting. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

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.

Additional information

Additional Health Hazards:Corrosive to the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. May be toxic if absorbed through skin. Inhalation: May cause severe eye, skin, and respiratory tract burns. May cause nose, throat, and lung (Contd. of page 2) irritation. Inhalation of vapors and/or aerosols in high concentration may cause irritation of the respiratory system. Eye Contact: Causes eye burns. May cause blindness. Severe eye irritation. Skin contact: Causes skin burns. Ingestion: Causes Severe burns of the mouth and throat, as well as a danger of perforation of the oesophagus and the stomach.