Germanium

Hazard statements (CLP)

H228, H361, H373, H400, H411

Code

Statements

H228

Flammable solid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H228 Flammable solid. H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H373 May cause damage to organs (Kidney) through prolonged or repeated exposure if swallowed. H400 Very toxic to aquatic life. H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment. P260 Do not breathe dust. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P391 Collect spillage. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

- none

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) Flammable solids (Category 1), H228 Reproductive toxicity (Category 2), H361 Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure, Oral (Category 2), Kidney, H373 Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard (Category 1), H400 Long-term (chronic) aquatic hazard (Category 2), H411 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.