Gold chloride trihydrate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H302, H314, H317, H335

Code

Statements

H302

Harmful if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/phsycian. Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Skin IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rising. Ingestion Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

Sensitivty to light

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system.