Chlorine

Hazard statements (CLP)

H270, H280, H290, H314, H330, H370, H372, H400

Code

Statements

H270

May cause or intensify fire; oxidiser

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Oxidizing Gases – Category1 Gases Under Pressure – Liquified Gas Acute Toxicity: Inhalation – Category 2 Skin Corrosion/Irritation – Category 1A Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation – Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Respiratory Tract Irritation] – Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) – Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment – Short-Term (Acute Hazard) – Category Acute 1 Corrosive to Metals – Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H330: Fatal if inhaled. H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H370: Causes damage to respiratory system. H372: Causes damage to respiratory system through prolonged or repeated exposure. H270: May cause or intensify fire; oxidizer. H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. H290: May be corrosive to metals. H400: Very toxic to aquatic life.

Response

P304+340 IF INHALED Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water (or shower). P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. P308+P311 IF exposed or concerned Call a POISON CENTER or doctor P314: Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.

Prevention

P260: Do not breathe fumes, mists, vapors, or spray. P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P270: Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product. P280: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye and face protection. P220: Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P284: In case of inadequate ventilation, wear respiratory protection. P244: Keep valves and fittings free from oil and grease. P234: Keep only in original packaging. P370+P376 In case of fire Stop leak if safe to do so

Storage

P410: Protect from sunlight. P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405: Store locked up. P273: Avoid release to the environment. P390: Absorb spillage to prevent material-damage. P391: Collect spillage

Disposal

P501: Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.