KODAK Fixer

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

Combustible Dust Not applicable -- Acute toxicity Category 4 Oral Acute toxicity Category 4 Dermal Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 -- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A -- Reproductive toxicity Category 2 -- Specific target organ toxicity - Category 3 -- single exposure

Contains

Sodium thiosulphate (7772-98-7), Sodium metabisulphite (7681-57-4), Boric anhydride (1303-86-2), Sodium tetraborate (1330-43-4)

Hazard statements

May form combustible dust mixtures in air. Harmful if swallowed. Harmful in contact with skin. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. May cause respiratory irritation.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Use personal protective equipment as required. Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Response

Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. IF INHALED Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/ attention. IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Rinse mouth. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

Storage

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

Disposal

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

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Reducing agent. HMIS III Hazard Ratings: Health - 2, Flammability - 1, Physical Hazard - 0 NFPA Hazard Ratings: Health - 3, Flammability - 1, 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.