Zinc powder

Hazard statements (CLP)

H250, H260, H400, H410

Code

Statements

H250

Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS02 Flame H250 Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air. H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. GHS09 Environment H400 Very toxic to aquatic life. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

EU Classification

Directive 67/548/EEC or Directive 1999/45/EC F; Highly flammable R15-17: Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases. Spontaneously flammable in air. N; Dangerous for the environment R50/53: Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Information concerning particular hazards for human and environment: Not applicable

2.2 Label elements

Labelling according to EU guidelines: Code letter and hazard designation of product: F Highly flammable N Dangerous for the environment

Hazard statements

15 Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases. 17 Spontaneously flammable in air. 50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic

Precautionary statements

43 In case of fire, use metallic extinguishing powder. Never use water. 46 If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. 60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety data sheets (Contd. on page 2) USA (Contd. of page 1)

Classification system

HMIS ratings (scale 0-4) (Hazardous Materials Identification System) HEALTH 1 Health (acute effects) = 1 FIRE 3 Flammability = 3 Reactivity = 2 REACTIVITY 2

PBT Substances

Not applicable

vPvB Substances

Not applicable