Cadmium, standard solution 1000mg/L

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Health hazards

Acute toxicity Inhalation: Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 1 Respiratory sensitization: Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity: Category 1B Carcinogenicity: Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 2(respiratory system) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 2(tooth, respiratory system)

Environmental hazards

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

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes serious eye damage May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause genetic defects May cause cancer May cause damage to organs after single exposure May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Toxic to aquatic life

Prevention

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid release to the environment. Do not breathe dust/mist. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. (as specified by the manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority.) Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing or face protection. Wear eye protection/face protection. Use personal protective equipment as required. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If skin irritation 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 SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

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