Copper(I) iodide

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Emergency Overview Form : solid Color : light yellow Odor : odourless

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity, Category 4, Oral Skin irritation, Category 2 Serious eye damage, Category 1 Skin sensitisation, Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure, Category 3, Respiratory system

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes serious eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation.

Prevention

Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). Rinse mouth. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. Carcinogenicity No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP, IARC, or OSHA.