Formaldehyde 1

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 EMERGENCY OVERVIEW WARNING

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. Harmful if inhaled. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. Suspected of causing genetic defects. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Appearance Clear, colorless Physical state liquid Odor None

Prevention

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

Response

IF exposed or concerned: 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. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. 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 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell, Rinse mouth

Storage

Store locked up.

Precautionary statements

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

2.3 Other hazards

May be harmful in contact with skin Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects