Sulphite Acid

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H314, H318, H333, H401

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard statements

Classified as Hazardous Classified as Dangerous Goods for transport

Signal word

DANGER Hazards Classifications/ 6.1D = Harmful swallowed Statements 6.1E = May be harmful if inhaled 8.1A = May be corrosive to metals 8.2C = Causes severe skin burns and eye damage 8.3A = Causes serious eye damage 9.1C = Toxic to aquatic life 9.3C = Harmful to terrestrial vertebrates

Prevention

Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Keep only in original container. Do not breathe vapours or fumes. Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN: Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or Doctor/physician. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Ionic Watercare Ltd, Unit 2, 5 Paragon Place, Christchurch. Page 1 of 5

Storage

Store in corrosive resistant container. Store locked up.

Disposal

Return contents and container to supplier ensuring all appropriate transport regulations are complied with.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

6.1D = Harmful swallowed Statements: 6.1E = May be harmful if inhaled. 8.1A = May be corrosive to metals 8.2C = Causes severe skin burns and eye damage 8.3A = Causes serious eye damage 9.1C = Toxic to aquatic life 9.3C = Harmful to terrestrial vertebrates