Formaldehyde Solution

Hazard statements (CLP)

H227, H302, H311, H315, H317, H319, H330, H334, H341, H350, H360, H370, H372, H401, H412

Code

Statements

H227

Combustible liquid

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquids Category 4 Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1 Category 1 nervous system, respiratory system, central nervous system Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Category 1 respiratory system, central nervous system, Visual organ Short-term (acute) hazardous to the aquatic environment Category 2 Long-term (chronic) hazardous to the aquatic environment Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H227 - Combustible liquid H315 - Causes skin irritation H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H302 - Harmful if swallowed H311 - Toxic in contact with skin H330 - Fatal if inhaled H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled H341 - Suspected of causing genetic defects H350 - May cause cancer H360 - May damage fertility or the unborn child H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H401 - Toxic to aquatic life H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects H370 - Causes damage to the following organs: nervous system, respiratory system, central nervous system H372 - Causes damage to the following organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: respiratory system, central nervous system, Visual organ

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 • In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection • Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace • Protective gloves • Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray • Avoid release to the environment • Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking

Response

IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician • 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. • IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water • Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. • Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing • Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. • If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention • IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing • If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician • IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell • Rinse mouth. • In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Storage

Store locked up. • Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool Precautionary statements-(Disposal) • Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant Others

2.3 Other hazards

Not available