Zinc phosphide

Hazard statements (CLP)

H260, H300

Code

Statements

H260

In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Physical hazards

Substances and mixtures which, in contact Category 1 with water, emit flammable gases

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 2 Acute toxicity, dermal Category 4 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 narcotic effects Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 2 exposure

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. Fatal if swallowed.

Prevention

Do not allow contact with water. Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

If swallowed: Immediately call a poison center/doctor. Rinse mouth. Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.

Storage

Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

For further information, please contact the Product Stewardship Department at +1.216.383.4019.