Hydrochloric acid, 4N solution in 1,4-Dioxane/water

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor May be corrosive to metals Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause respiratory irritation May cause cancer May form explosive peroxides Prolonged or repeated contact may dry skin and cause irritation or cracking

Prevention

Keep container tightly closed Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep only in original container Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharges Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep 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/doctor Wash contaminated clothing before reuse In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish Absorb spillage to prevent material damage

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store in corrosive resistant polypropylene container with a resistant inliner Store in a dry place

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Contains a known or suspected endocrine disruptor

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquids Category 2 Corrosive to metals Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system. Physical Hazards Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 May form explosive peroxides Health Hazards Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 Prolonged or repeated contact may dry skin and cause irritation or cracking Label Elements Signal Word