Oxalic acid, anhydrous

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral): Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 1 Reproductive toxicity: Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(Nerve/nervous system ) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(Urinary organs)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Long-term): Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs after single exposure May cause respiratory irritation Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Harmful to aquatic life Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves. Wear eye protection/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. 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. Rinse mouth. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

Storage

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

Disposal

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