Maleic Acid

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Irritant Acute toxicity (oral, dermal, inhalation), category 4 Eye irritation, category 2A Skin sensitization, category 1 Skin irritation, category 2 Acute Tox 4. Eye irrit. cat 2. Skin irrit, cat 2. Skin Sens. 1. STOT SE 3.

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary statements

If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. Keep out of reach of children. Read label before use. 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. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash … thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. IF INHALED: Remove victim 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. If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention. IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water. If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Specific treatment (see … on this label). Rinse mouth. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to …. Other Non-GHS Classification: WHMIS D2B D3 NFPA/HMIS NFPA SCALE (0-4)

HMIS® ratings

0-4)