Paraformaldehyde

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Flammable solids Category 2 Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 4 Skin Corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system. Combustible Dusts Category 1

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Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable solid May form combustible dust concentrations in air Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled Causes skin irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes serious eye damage May cause respiratory irritation Suspected of causing cancer

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Keep container tightly closed Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray 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 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace

Response

In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water 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 Rinse mouth Take off contaminated clothing In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish

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