0.05mol/L Iodine solution (N/10)

Health hazards

Acute toxicity Category 4 (inhalation:vapors) Serious eye damage/eye Category 2B irritation Skin sensitization Category 1 Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Reproductive toxicity (effects Additional category on or via lactation) Specific target organ toxicity Category 2 (thyroid) (single exposure) Specific target organ toxicity Category 2 (skin, thyroid, systemic toxicity) (repeated exposure) Environmental Aquatic acute Category 1 Aquatic chronic Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes eye irritation Harmful if inhaled May damage fertility or the unborn child May cause harm to breast-fed children May cause damage to organs (thyroid) May cause damage to organs (skin, thyroid, systemic toxicity) through prolonged or repeated exposure Very toxic to aquatic life Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe mist/vapors. Avoid contact during pregnancy and while nursing. Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point, in accordance with local, regional, national and/or international regulation.