FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute Aquatic Hazard Category 2 Acute Toxicity (Inhalation) Category 2 Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 3 Carcinogen Category 2 Flammable Liquid Category 4 Metal Corrosion Category 1 Organ Damage Category 2 Respiratory Effects Category 3 Respiratory Sensitizer Category 1 Serious Eye Damage Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1C Skin Sensitizer Category 1 EMERGENCY OVERVIEW DANGER Determined using GHS/HSNO criteria: 3.1D 6.1B 6.1C 6.5A 6.5B 6.7B 6.9B 8.1A 8.2C 8.3A 9.1B Combustible Liquid Fatal if inhaled Toxic if swallowed May cause allergic or asthmatic symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing cancer May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. May be corrosive to metals Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes serious eye damage Toxic to aquatic life

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep only in original container. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Use personal protective equipment as required. Wear respiratory protection. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. 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 INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position 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 exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. Specific treatment is urgent (see MSDS). Rinse mouth. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up. Store in corrosive resistant container or with a resistant inner liner.