Iodine

Hazard statements (CLP)

H302, H302+H312+H332, H312, H315, H319, H332, H335, H372, H400

Code

Statements

H302

Harmful if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS-Classification (according to EC 1272/2008): Acute toxicity, Oral, Category 4 (H302) Acute toxicity, Dermal, Category 4 (H312) Acute toxicity, Inhalation, Category 4 (H332) Skin irritation, Category 2 (H315) Serious eye irritation, Category 2 (H319) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure, Category 3 (H335) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure, Category 1 (H372) Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard, Category 1 (H400)

2.2 Label elements

GHS-Labelling (according to EC 1272/2008): Danger

Hazard statements

H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H372 Causes damage to organs (Thyroid) through prolonged or repeated exposure. H400 Very toxic to aquatic life.

Prevention

P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P302 + P352 + P312 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. P314 Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell.

Hazardous Ingredients

7553-56-2 Iodine

Other hazards which do not result in classification

None known