PERCHLORIC ACID, 70%

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA OSHA Classification:

Hazard statements

Acute Toxicity - Oral 4 Harmful if swallowed. Skin Corrosion/Irritation 1A Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Eye Damage/Irritation 1 Causes serious eye damage. Oxidizing Liquids 1 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer.

Signal word

Danger

Prevention

Keep away from heat. Keep and store away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Do not breathe mists. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection. Wear fire, flame resistant, retardant clothing.

Response

If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a poison center, doctor if you feel unwell. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water, shower. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If on clothing: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes. Immediately call a poison center, doctor Specific treatment (see first aid section on this label) Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents, container in accordance with all governmental regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

No information available