TETRACAINE, USP

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

HMIS Classification GHS CLASSIFICATION Sensitization - Skin (Category 1) Sensitization - Respiratory (Category 1) Eye Irritation (Category 2A) Acute Aquatic Toxicity (Category 2) PICTOGRAM

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Danger HAZARD STATEMENT(S) Suspected of causing cancer Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled Causes serious eye irritation Toxic to aquatic life Avoid repeated or prolonged skin contact Harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through skin The substance is a powerful local anaesthetic and should be considered as potentially harmful through exposure by dust inhalation and by ingestion ADVERSE PHYSIOCHEMICAL, HUMAN Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENT(S) Prevention Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapors, and spray Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves, eye and face protection In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes Avoid release to the environment Response IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms, get medical help immediately call a poison center or medical professional 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 help IF SWALLOWED: Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth COLLECT SPILLAGE Storage Store locked up Disposal Dispose of contents and/or container in accordance with local regulations

Health hazards

2 Flammability 0 Reactivity 0 Personal Protection G

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Sensitization - Skin (Category 1) Sensitization - Respiratory (Category 1) Eye Irritation (Category 2A) Acute Aquatic Toxicity (Category 2) PICTOGRAM SIGNAL WORD Danger HAZARD STATEMENT(S) Suspected of causing cancer. Suspected of causing genetic defects. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. Causes serious eye irritation. Toxic to aquatic life. Avoid repeated or prolonged skin contact. Harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through skin. The substance is a powerful local anaesthetic and should be considered as potentially harmful through exposure by dust inhalation and by ingestion. ADVERSE PHYSIOCHEMICAL, HUMAN Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS