Formaldehyde Solution 36% Histology Grade

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H301, H301+H311+H331, H311, H314, H317, H331, H335, H341, H350, H370

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquid, Category 3, H226 Acute toxicity, Category 3, Oral, H301 Acute toxicity, Category 3, Inhalation, H331 Acute toxicity, Category 3, Dermal, H311 Skin corrosion, Category 1B, H314 Skin sensitization, Category 1, H317 Germ cell mutagenicity, Category 2, H341 Carcinogenicity, Category 1B, H350 Specific target organ systemic toxicity - single exposure, Category 1, Eyes, H370 Specific target organ systemic toxicity - single exposure, Category 3, Respiratory system, H335 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H350 May cause cancer. H226 Flammable liquid and vapor. H301 + H311 + H331 Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects. H370 Causes damage to organs (Eyes).

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. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P322 Specific measures (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P361 Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction. P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

None known.