Formaldehyde solution

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

Flammable liquids: Category 4 Heating may cause fire.

Health hazards

Acute toxicity Oral: Category 4 Acute toxicity Dermal: Category 3 Acute toxicity Inhalation: Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2A Respiratory sensitization: Category 1 Skin sensitization: Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity: Category 2 Carcinogenicity: Category 1A Reproductive toxicity: Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(nervous system, respiratory system) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(respiratory system, central nervous system)

Environmental hazards

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

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Danger

Hazard statements

Combustible liquid Harmful if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin Fatal if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs after single exposure Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Toxic to aquatic life

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid release to the environment. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Do not breathe vapors. 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 or protective clothing. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves and face protection. Wear eye protection/face protection. Use personal protective equipment as required. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media for extinction. 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 skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off immediately all 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. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool. Store locked up.

Disposal

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