Fluoraldehyde o-Phthalaldehyde Reagent Solution

Hazard statements (CLP)

H314, H317, H360, H402

Code

Statements

H314

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes serious eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction May damage fertility or the unborn child Appearance No information available Physical state Liquid Odour No data available Classification of the substance or mixture Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Skin sensitisation Category 1A Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute Category 3 Label elements

Signal word

Danger Hazard statements Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction May damage fertility or the unborn child Harmful to aquatic life

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust. Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves.

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor. Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. 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 CENTRE or doctor. IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Storage

Store locked up.

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: Contact may cause burns to skin and eyes. Risk of serious damage to eyes. Impairment of vision. Allergic reactions (sensitiser). Symptoms of allergic reaction may include rash, itching, swelling, trouble breathing, tingling of the hands and feet, dizziness, lightheadedness, chest pain, muscle pain, or flushing.

Potential chronic health

Contains a known or suspected reproductive toxin

Environmental hazards

Not applicable.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

No information available.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Category 1 Sub-category B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Skin sensitisation Category 1A Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute Category 3