Paraformaldehyde

Hazard statements (CLP)

H228, H302, H315, H319, H332, H370, H402, H412

Code

Statements

H228

Flammable solid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS classification Classification of the substance or mixture Flammable solids Category 2 Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1 Category 1 respiratory system Acute aquatic toxicity Category 3 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 3 Pictograms

Signal word

Danger Hazard statements H228 - Flammable solid H315 - Causes skin irritation H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H302 - Harmful if swallowed H332 - Harmful if inhaled H402 - Harmful to aquatic life H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects H370 - Causes damage to the following organs: respiratory system Precautionary statements-(Prevention) 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 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Avoid release to the environment Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating / lighting / equipment Precautionary statements-(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 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse 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 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth In case of fire: Use suitable extinguishing media for extinction Precautionary statements-(Storage) Store locked up Precautionary statements-(Disposal) • Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant Others

2.3 Other hazards

Not available

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification of the substance or mixture Flammable solids Category 2 Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1 Category 1 respiratory system Acute aquatic toxicity Category 3 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 3 Pictograms Signal word Danger Hazard statements H228 - Flammable solid H315 - Causes skin irritation H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H302 - Harmful if swallowed H332 - Harmful if inhaled H402 - Harmful to aquatic life H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects H370 - Causes damage to the following organs: respiratory system