Copper(II) chloride dihydrate

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Corrosive to metals Category 1 Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute dermal toxicity Category 4 Skin Corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system.

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Hazard statements

May be corrosive to metals Toxic if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage May cause respiratory irritation

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product 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 Keep only in original container

Response

Get medical attention/advice if you feel unwell Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse Eyes 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 or doctor/physician Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth Spills 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

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects