Malic Acid

Hazard statements (CLP)

H315, H318, H335

Code

Statements

H315

Causes skin irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements

Prevention Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Eyes 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.

Storage

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

Disposal

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

2.3 Other hazards

None identified.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 4 Skin corrosion : Sub-category 1B Serious eye damage : Category 1 Respiratory sensitisation : Category 1 Skin sensitisation : Sub-category 1A Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (Inhalation) : Category 1 (Respiratory system) Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard : Category 3