Sodium tetraborate decahydrate

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 2A Reproductive toxicity: Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(kidney, nervous system, respiratory system) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(nervous system, kidney, respiratory system) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 2(testis) (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 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs (kidney, nervous system, respiratory system) after single exposure Causes damage to organs (nervous system, kidney, respiratory system) through prolonged or repeated exposure May cause damage to organs(testis) through prolonged or repeated exposure

Prevention

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust/mist. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves. 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. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. 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 eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

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