Sodium Arsenite (Certified)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H331, H350, H373

Code

Statements

H331

Toxic if inhaled

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if inhaled Fatal if swallowed or in contact with skin May cause cancer May cause 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 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing 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 ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor Rinse mouth Take off immediately all contaminated clothing Wash contaminated clothing before reuse

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

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Acute oral toxicity Category 2 Acute dermal toxicity Category 2 Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 3 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Blood, Liver, Lungs, Kidney, Endocrine System.