Cadmium oxide, brown

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 Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists 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.

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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 Use personal protective equipment as required Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice 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

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 WARNING Cancer - https //www.p65warnings.ca.gov/.