Dektol Developer

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 Acute toxicity Category 4 Dermal Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 -- Eye irritation Category 2A -- Skin sensitisation Category 1 -- Specific target organ toxicity - Category 2 -- single exposure Specific target organ toxicity - Category 2 -- repeated exposure

Contains

Polyphosphoric acids, sodium salts (68915-31-1), Sodium carbonate, monohydrate (5968-11-6), Sodium sulphite (7757-83-7), Hydroquinone (123-31-9), Bis(4-hydroxy-N-methylanilinium) sulphate (55-55-0)

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. Harmful in contact with skin. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause damage to organs. (Kidney.) May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. (Kidney, Blood.)

Prevention

Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

IF exposed or if you feel unwell Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. 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. IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulation. HMIS III Hazard Ratings: Health - 2*, 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.