Ziehl carbol-fuchsine solution

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

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Health hazards

Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity: Category 1B Carcinogenicity: Category 1A Reproductive toxicity: Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 2(respiratory system; CVS; kidney; nervous system) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 2(CVS; liver; gastrointestinal tract/alimentary system; blood system; kidney; spleen; thymus; CNS)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 3 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

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Danger

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage May cause genetic defects May cause cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child May cause damage to organs after single exposure(respiratory system; CVS; kidney; nervous system) May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure(CVS; liver; gastrointestinal tract/alimentary system; blood system; kidney; spleen; thymus; CNS) Harmful to aquatic life

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. 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 exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. 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.

Disposal

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