SULPHURIC ACID

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute Aquatic Hazard Category 3 Acute Toxicity (Inhalation) Category 2 Carcinogen Category 1B Metal Corrosion Category 1 Serious Eye Damage Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1B EMERGENCY OVERVIEW DANGER Determined by Chemwatch using GHS/HSNO criteria: 6.1B 6.7A 8.1A 8.2B 8.3A 9.1C Fatal if inhaled May cause cancer by inhalation May be corrosive to metals Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes serious eye damage Harmful to aquatic life

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep only in original container. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Use personal protective equipment as required. Wear respiratory protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. 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 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. Specific treatment is urgent (see MSDS). Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

Storage

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