Glutaraldehyde solution, 25% in water

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral): Category 4 Acute toxicity (Inhalation): Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 1 Respiratory sensitization: Category 1 Skin sensitization: Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(CNS) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(respiratory tract)

Environmental hazards

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

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Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Fatal if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes serious eye damage May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes damage to organs after single exposure(CNS) May cause respiratory irritation Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure(respiratory tract) Very toxic to aquatic life

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. 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. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing or face protection. Wear eye protection/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

Collect spillage. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: 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. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. 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 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.

Disposal

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