Hydroxylamine hydrochloride

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 2 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - spleen, Blood, Thyroid. Combustible dust Yes

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May form combustible dust concentrations in air May be corrosive to metals Toxic if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing 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 Use personal protective equipment as required Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Keep only in original container Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention 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 corrosive resistant polypropylene container with a resistant inliner 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