Cadmium oxide, brown

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 2 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system. Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 1 Target Organs - Kidney, Blood.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Fatal if inhaled May cause respiratory irritation Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause cancer Suspected of damaging fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects