Sodium Hydroxide 10N

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture Corrosive to Metals, Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 1A, 1B, 1C Serious eye damage/eye irritation, Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard, Category 3

2.2 Label elements

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Hazard statements

May be corrosive to metals Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes serious eye damage Harmful to aquatic life

Precautionary statements

Keep only in original container. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. Store in a closed container. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Wash skin thouroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Specific treatment (refer to SDS for more detailed information). IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses Store locked up. Properly Dispose of contents/container Avoid release to the environment.

2.3 Other hazards

None

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Corrosive to Metals, Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 1A, 1B, 1C Serious eye damage/eye irritation, Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard, Category 3