Sodium chlorite (25% solution in water) for synthesis

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H302, H311, H314, H318, H330, H360, H373, H400, H410

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Corrosive to Metals (Category 1), H290 Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4), H302 Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 2), H330 Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 3), H311 Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 1), H314 Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 1), H318 Reproductive toxicity (Category 1), H360 Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (Category 2), spleen, H373 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard (Category 1), H400 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - chronic hazard (Category 1), H410 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H290 May be corrosive to metals. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H311 Toxic in contact with skin. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H330 Fatal if inhaled. H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child. H373 May cause damage to organs (spleen) through prolonged or repeated exposure. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 Do not breathe mist or vapors. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P305 + P351 + P338 + IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. P310 Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P391 Collect spillage.

Storage

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas. Corrosive to the respiratory tract.