Hardness Buffer

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Clear colourless liquid. Ammonia odour. 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 Acute toxicity, oral - Category 4 Eye damage/irritation : Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 1 .

Signal word

DANGER! .

Hazard statements

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

Precautionary statements

Keep only in original container. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not breathe mists. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection. If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. 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 in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Ingestion may cause severe irritation to the mouth, throat and stomach. Contact with metals may release small amounts of flammable hydrogen gas. Prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis (rash), characterized by red, dry, itching skin. Prolonged or repeated inhalation of fumes or vapours, may cause chronic lung effects, such as bronchitis, and tooth enamel erosion.