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SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard categories

Acute Toxicity-Inhalation Hazard Category 2 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Hazard Category 1A Acute Toxicity-Oral Hazard Category 3 Acute Aquatic Toxicity-Category 1 Chronic Aquatic Toxicity-Category 1 Carcinogenicity Hazard Category 1A Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) Hazard Category 1 Acute Toxicity-Dermal Hazard Category 3 Eye Damage/Irritation Hazard Category 1 Sensitization-Skin Hazard Category 1A Sensitization-Respiratory Hazard Category 1A Germ Cell Mutagenicity Hazard Category 1B Toxic to Reproduction Hazard Category 2

Hazard statements

Fatal if inhaled Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure via inhalation. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause cancer. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin. May cause genetic defects Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Prevention

Do not breathe dust, fumes, gas, mist, vapors or spray Use only outdoors or in well ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, chemical protective clothing, eye protective goggles and face shield for face protection. Obtain special instruction before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep only in original container. Avoid releases to the environment Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear respiratory protection.

Response

If inhailed Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing If swallowed: Immediately call poison center or doctor. Rinse mouth If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing Rinse skin with water/shower . If skin irritation or rash occurs, get medical advice/attention. If on clothing: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes . If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage . Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Collect spillage

Storage

Store locked up Store in well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in corrosive resistant high density polyethylene container.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, or international regulations.