SULFUR DIOXIDE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification in accordance with paragraph (d) of 29 CFR 1910.1200. Classification in accordance with paragraph (d) of

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Danger

Hazard statements

Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. Toxic if inhaled. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.

Prevention

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

Response

If exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Specific treatment (see label).

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

Contact with liquified gas may cause frostbite.