Sulfuric Acid, 40%

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H314, H318

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Health hazards

Eye Corrosion, Category 1 Skin Corrosion, Category 1A

Physical hazards

Corrosive to Metals, Category 1

2.2 Label elements

Severe Irritant/Corrosive

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H290: May be corrosive to metals. H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H318: Causes serious eye damage.

Supplemental label elements

P102: Keep out of reach of children. P103: Read carefully and follow all instructions.

Prevention

9913FBB7: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Wash thoroughly after handling. P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Response

P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Storage

75990X3S: Keep only in original container. Store in a cool, well-ventilated space. Keep container tightly closed.

Disposal

P501: Dispose of contents/container to ...

Potential health effects

Eye: Corrosive to the eyes and may cause severe damage including tissue destruction and/or blindness. Skin: Corrosive, causes skin burns and severe irritation Ingestion: Causes irritation, burns, and damage to mouth, throat, esophagus, and stomach. May be fatal if swallowed. Inhalation: Mists or sprays can be severely irritating to eyes and respiratory tract.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Health hazards: Eye Corrosion, Category 1 Skin Corrosion, Category 1A Physical hazards: Corrosive to Metals, Category 1