Zinc Chloride Solution

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Hazardous to aquatic environment - Aquatic Acute, Category 1 Hazardous to aquatic environment - Aquatic Chronic, Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure, Category 3 Acute toxicity – Oral, Category 4

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Very toxic to aquatic life Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation. Harmful if swallowed. .

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. Do not breath dusts or mists. Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves / protective clothing / eye protection / face protection. Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.