Sulfur Dioxide in Impinger Solution, QC

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 carcinogenicity Category 1A Corrosive to Metals Category 1

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

Fatal if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause cancer MAY BE CORROSIVE TO METALS . Appearance Clear, colorless to yellow Physical state Liquid Odor Sulphurous

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label) EYES 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 skin IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse INHALATION IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician INGESTION IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting Spill Absorb spillage to prevent material damage

Storage

Store locked up

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable Unknown toxicity 0 % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity

Further information

MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Interactions with other chemicals

No information available.