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SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the chemical in accordance with paragraph (d) of 29 CFR 1910.1200: Classification of the chemical in accordance with paragraph (d) of 29 CFR 1910.1200:

Principle Routes of Exposure

Acute toxicity Category 4 Oral Serious eye damage Category 1 -- Skin sensitisation Category 1 -- Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 -- Carcinogenicity Category 2 -- Specific target organ toxicity - Category 2 -- repeated exposure Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 --

Contains

Sodium sulphite (7757-83-7), Hydroquinone (123-31-9), Bis(4-hydroxy-N-methylanilinium) sulphate (55-55-0)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. Causes serious eye damage. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Suspected of causing genetic defects. Suspected of causing cancer. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. (Red blood cells, Kidney.) Very toxic to aquatic life.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical advice/ attention. Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store locked up

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulation. HMIS III Hazard Ratings: Health - 3*, Flammability - 0, Physical Hazard - 0 NFPA Hazard Ratings: Health - 3, Flammability - 0, Instability - 0 NOTE: HMIS III and NFPA 704 (2007) hazard indexes involve data review and interpretation that may vary among companies. They are intended only for rapid, general identification of the magnitude of the potential hazards. To adequately address safe handling, ALL information in this MSDS must be considered.