FLUOROCAL H-20

Hazard statements (CLP)

H315, H318, H335

Code

Statements

H315

Causes skin irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Warning Danger Signs and Symptoms of Exposure Irritation to the eyes and skin.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation.

EU Classification

Directive 67/548/EEC Xi – irritant.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

None known.

Hazard statements

H315: Causes skin irritation. H318: Causes serious eye damage. H335: May cause respiratory irritation. R37: Irritating to respiratory system. R38: Irritating to skin. R41: Risk of serious damage to eyes.

Precautionary statements

P102: Keep out of reach of children. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P305+P351+P310 IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of water P261: Avoid breathing dust/spray. P304+P340 IF INHALED Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulation. S2: Keep out of the reach of children. S25: Avoid contact with eyes. S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S37: Wear suitable gloves. S39: Wear eye/face protection.

2.3 Other hazards

The substance does not meet the criteria for PBT or vPvB substance. No other hazards identified. Emergency Overview A white powder that can cause severe irritation to the skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Prolonged exposure may cause dermatitis, irritation and burns. Ingestion and prolonged contact is harmful and should be avoided. Not considered a fire or explosion hazard. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Calcium dihydroxide is not acutely toxic via the oral, dermal, or inhalation route. The substance is classified as irritating to skin and the respiratory tract, and entails a risk of serious damage to the eye. There is no concern for adverse systemic effects because local effects (pH-effect) are the major health hazard. Respiratory irritation causing coughing, wheezing and/or shortness of breath. Eye Contact Can cause severe irritation, burns, risk of serious damage to eyes and loss of vision if untreated. Skin Contact Cause skin irritation. Prolonged contact will cause alkali burns. Ingestion May cause serious alkali burns in mouth and throat Nausea and vomiting may result. Inhalation Can irritate the nose, throat and lungs causing coughing, wheezing and/or shortness of breath. HMIS Hazard Ratings Health-2, Flammability -0, Reactivity – 0, Personal-F HMIS limitation statement The HMIS hazard ratings numbers are meant to give a quick indication of the relative hazards associated with the product. All of the information contained in the SDS should be consulted to assist with the safe handling of this material. Principal Hazardous Components Calcium dihydroxide, CAS No. 1305-62-0

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Xi – irritant. Classification according to Regulation (EC) 1272/2008: STOT Single Exp. 3, Route of exposure: Inhalation, Skin Irritation 2, Eye Damage 1 Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: None known. Hazard Statements: H315: Causes skin irritation. H318: Causes serious eye damage. H335: May cause respiratory irritation.