Silicon Dioxide

Hazard statements (CLP)

H319, H335, H350, H372

Code

Statements

H319

Causes serious eye irritation

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Category 3 Respiratory tract irritation Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Category 1 respiratory system, immune system, kidneys

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H350 - May cause cancer H335 - May cause respiratory irritation H372 - Causes damage to the following organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: respiratory system, immune system, kidneys

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 breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray • Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product • Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention • 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 INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.

Storage

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

2.3 Other hazards

Not available