Sodium tetraborate

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Health hazards

Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2B Reproductive toxicity: Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(CNS; digestive apparatus) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(respiratory apparatus) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 2(male genitalia)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Long-term): Category 3 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not applicable/Out of classification/Not classifiable

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Danger

Hazard statements

Causes eye irritation May damage 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 May cause 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. 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 IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

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

Disposal

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