Hydrogen Peroxide

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H302, H311, H314, H318, H330, H331, H351, H370, H372, H400

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

Oxidizing liquids: Category 2

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral): Category 4 Acute toxicity (Dermal): Category 3 Acute toxicity (Inhalation): Category 2 (dust/mist) Acute toxicity (Inhalation): Category 3 (vapors) Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 1 Carcinogenicity: Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(respiratory system) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(respiratory system)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 1 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H272-May intensify fire; oxidizer H302-Harmful if swallowed H311-Toxic in contact with skin H330-Fatal if inhaled H331-Toxic if inhaled H314-Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H318-Causes serious eye damage H351-Suspected of causing cancer H370-Causes damage to organs after single exposure H372-Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H400-Very 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. Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials. Do not breathe dust/mist. Avoid breathing 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/protective clothing/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. Collect spillage. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Immediately 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. 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 SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation. Specific Physical and Chemical hazards Oxidizing material. Organic or combustible material may catch fire in contact with it.