Hifoam

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

The mixture has been assessed and/or tested for its physical, health and environmental hazards and the following classification applies. Xi;R38-41

EU Classification

Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC as amended This preparation is classified as dangerous according to Directive 1999/45/EC and its amendments. Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 as amended

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, dermal Category 4 Harmful in contact with skin. Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Causes skin irritation. Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Causes serious eye damage. Hazard summary Irritating to skin. Risk of serious damage to eyes. Occupational exposure to the substance or mixture may cause adverse health effects.

Physical hazards

Not classified for physical hazards.

Environmental hazards

Not classified for hazards to the environment. Specific hazards May be harmful in contact with skin. May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause central nervous system effects. May cause damage to the blood, liver and kidneys. Main symptoms Exposed may experience eye tearing, redness, and discomfort. Symptoms may include redness, drying and cracking of the skin. Symptoms of overexposure may be headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting.

2.2 Label elements

Hifoam SDS EU 4388 Version No.: 02 Revision Date: 03-December-2014 Label according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 as amended

Contains

2-Butoxyethanol, Lauric acid alkanolamide sulphosuccinate, Sodium lauryl ether sulphate

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful in contact with skin. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage.

Prevention

Wear protective gloves/protective clothing. Wear eye/face protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

Response

IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

Storage

Store away from incompatible materials.

Disposal

Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements.

Supplemental label elements

None.

2.3 Other hazards

Not a PBT or vPvB substance or mixture.