Sodium azide

Hazard statements (CLP)

H373

Code

Statements

H373

May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection

Response

Get medical attention/advice if you feel unwell Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Skin Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Take off immediately all contaminated clothing Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Rinse mouth

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

Category 2 Acute dermal toxicity Category 1 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Central nervous system (CNS), Cardiovascular system, Liver, Kidney, Heart, spleen. Label Elements Signal Word