OXALIC ACID

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H302, H312, H314, H318, H332, H362, H371, H373, H422

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

Classification according to GHS

Classified as Hazardous according to the Hazardous Substances (Minimum Degrees of Hazard) Regulations 2001, New Zealand. Not classified as Dangerous Goods for transport according to the New Zealand Standard NZS 5433:2012 Transport of Dangerous Goods on Land. 6.1D (Oral) - Substance that is acutely toxic 6.1D (Dermal) - Substance that is acutely toxic 6.1D (Inhalation – vapours, dusts or mists) - Substance that is acutely toxic 6.8C Substance that produces toxic human reproductive or developmental effects on or via lactation 6.9B (Single exposure) - Substance that is harmful to human target organs or systems 8.1A Substance that is corrosive to metals 8.2C Substance that is corrosive to dermal tissue 8.3A Substance that is corrosive to ocular tissue 9.3B Substance that is ecotoxic to terrestrial vertebrates

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed. H312 Harmful in contact with skin. H332 Harmful if inhaled. H362 May cause harm to breast-fed children. H371 May cause damage to organs. H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H290 May be corrosive to metals. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H422 Toxic to the soil environment.

Hazard pictograms

Corrosion,Exclamation mark,Health hazard,Environment

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P234 Keep only in original container. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing. P264 Wash contaminated skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P309+P311 IF exposed or if you feel unwell: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P330 Rinse mouth. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. P391 Collect spillage.

Storage

P405 Store locked up. P406 Store in corrosive resistant/ container with a resistant inner liner.