AMMONIUM BISULFITE 68% HIGH PURITY

Classification (GHS-US)

Substance or mixture corrosive to metals Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1C Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Prevention

Keep only in original container. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with 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 or doctor/physician. Specific treatment (see First Aid on SDS or on this label). Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

Storage

Store in a secure manner. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner.

Disposal

Dispose of in accordance with local, regional and international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

Sulfur Dioxide given off by this product has been shown to cause breathing difficulties in asthmatics. May cause severe allergic reaction in some asthmatics and sulfite sensitive individuals. Percentage of Components with Unknown Acute Toxicity: Oral: 68 % Dermal: 68 % Inhalation Vapor: 68 % Inhalation Dust/Mist: 68 %