0.5mol/L Iodine solution

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Health hazards

Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2 Skin sensitization: Category 1 Reproductive toxicity: Category 1B Reproductive toxicity - effects on or via lactation: Additional category Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(thyroid) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(skin, thyroid, systemic toxicity)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard: Category 2 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term hazard: Category 2 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not applicable/Out of classification/Not classifiable

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Danger

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction May damage fertility or the unborn child May cause harm to breast-fed children Causes damage to organs after single exposure Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Toxic to aquatic life Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing. Avoid release to the environment. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear eye protection/face protection. Use personal protective equipment as required. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

Collect spillage. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation.