MALEIC ANHYDRIDE (ALL GRADES)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H302, H314, H317, H318, H332, H334, H335, H372

Code

Statements

H302

Harmful if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Classified as a hazardous substance in accordance with the criteria of Safe Work Australia - Globally Harmonized System (GHS). Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code) for Transport by Road and Rail; DANGEROUS GOODS. GHS Classification Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 Label elements Corrosion

Health hazards

Exclamation mark

Signal word

DANGER Hazard statements H302 - Harmful if swallowed H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H318 - Causes serious eye damage H332 - Harmful if inhaled H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled H335 - May cause respiratory irritation H372 - Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Precautionary Statements - Prevention Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wash eyes thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace Precautionary Statements - Response Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell Specific treatment (see First aid on this SDS) 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 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Precautionary Statements - Storage Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations as applicable.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

May form combustible dust concentrations in air. Corrosive to the respiratory tract. Sternutator.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2