ZAM Solution

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview DANGER! CORROSIVE! May be harmful or fatal if swallowed or inhaled. May cause severe irritation or burns to the eyes, skin, gastrointestinal tract, and respiratory system.

Potential health effects

Eyes This product is severely irritating to the eyes which may cause eye burns or even blindness. Symptoms may include stinging, tearing, redness, swelling, and blurred vision. Skin This product is severely irritating to the skin and may cause burns. Depending on the duration of contact, symptoms will include reddening, discomfort, irritation, ulceration, and chemical burns. Ingestion This product may be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Ingestion may produce burns to the lips, oral cavity, upper airway, esophagus and possibly the digestive tract. Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Inhalation This product can be harmful by inhalation. This product may cause corrosive damage to the respiratory tract. Symptoms may include severe irritation or burns to the nose, throat and lungs. Symptoms of overexposure can include shortness of breath, wheezing and breathing difficulties. Severe inhalation over-exposures can lead to pulmonary edema, chemical pneumonitis and death.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Pre-existing eye, respiratory system and skin conditions.

HMIS® ratings

Health 3 Fire 0

Physical hazards

1 Pers. Prot. Splash goggles, gloves, apron, and vapor respirator Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe * = Chronic hazard