Sodium chlorite

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

Oxidizing solids: Category 2 Oxidizing material. Organic or combustible material may catch fire in contact with it.

Health hazards

Acute toxicity Oral: Category 3 Acute toxicity Dermal: Category 2 Acute toxicity Inhalation: Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity: Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 2(respiratory apparatus/system; kidney) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 2(heart; blood)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard: Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term hazard: Category 1 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not applicable/Out of classification/Not classifiable

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Danger

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidizer Toxic if swallowed Fatal in contact with skin Fatal if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause damage to organs after single exposure May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Very toxic to aquatic life Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles and/or other incompatible materials. 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. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves or protective clothing. Wear eye protection/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media other than water for extinction. Collect spillage. 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 immediately all 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: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

Storage

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

Disposal

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