Boric acid

Health hazards

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye Category 2A irritation Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity Category 1 (central nervous system, digestive (single exposure) tract) Specific target organ toxicity Category 3 (respiratory tract irritation) (single exposure)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation May damage fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs (central nervous system, digestive tract)

Prevention

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust. 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. 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. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.

Storage

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