Vanadium(V) oxide, powder

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral): Category 2 Acute toxicity (Inhalation): Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2A Germ cell mutagenicity: Category 1B Carcinogenicity: Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(respiratory apparatus/system; liver; kidney) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(respiratory apparatus/system) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 2(liver)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard: Category 2 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term hazard: Category 1 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

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Danger

Hazard statements

Fatal if swallowed Harmful if inhaled Causes serious eye irritation May cause genetic defects Suspected of causing cancer Causes damage to organs after single exposure Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Toxic to aquatic life Very toxic 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 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. 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. Rinse mouth. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

Disposal

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