ThinPrep CytoLyt Solution

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H302, H312, H332, H370

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview Harmful if swallowed, Harmful in contact with skin, Harmful if inhaled, Causes damage to organs Appearance Liquid, clear Physical state Liquid Odor No data available Classification of the substance or mixture Flammable liquids Category 3 Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Page 1 / 11 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor. Harmful if swallowed. Harmful in contact with skin. Harmful if inhaled. Causes damage to organs.

Prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapors and spray. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Keep container tightly closed. Take action to prevent static discharges.

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor. IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Rinse mouth. In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations as applicable.

Other physicochemical hazards

Not applicable.

Health hazards

Immediate Health Effects: Not applicable.

Potential chronic health

Not applicable

Environmental hazards

Not applicable.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

No information available.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification of the substance or mixture Flammable liquids Category 3 Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Page 1 / 11 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure