General Information
Revision date
2017-05-25
Product name
Ruthenium(IV) oxide hydrate
Emergency telephone
US 001-201-796-7100 / Europe +32 14 57 52 99
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Skin Corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Causes serious eye irritation Causes skin irritation
Prevention
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse If skin irritation 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
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Other hazards
May be harmful if swallowed. May cause respiratory irritation.