Boric Acid

Hazard statements (CLP)

H315, H319, H360, H371

Code

Statements

H315

Causes skin irritation

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Regulatory Status 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 2A Reproductive toxicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 2

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H315 - Causes skin irritation H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H360 - May damage fertility or the unborn child H371 - May cause damage to organs

Precautionary statements

P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P281 - Use personal protective equipment as required P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P260 - Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water P332 + P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention P362 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention P405 - Store locked up P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant

Further information

May be harmful if swallowed May be harmful in contact with skin May be harmful if inhaled