Copper Reagent 1

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Clear, colorless liquid. Odorless. This material is classified as hazardous under U.S. OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200) (Hazcom 2012) and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015). Corrosive to Metals - Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation - Category 1 Acute toxicity, oral - Category 4 Eye Damage/Irritation - Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure - Category 3 respiratory tract irritation

Signal word

DANGER! .

Hazard statements

May be corrosive to metals. Harmful if swallowed. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary statements

Keep only in original container. Do not breathe mist. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection. If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. 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. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulation.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Ingestion can cause irritation and corrosive action in the mouth, stomach and digestive tract.