HYDROXYUREA

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW May cause irritation to the eyes, skin and respiratory system., Harmful possible risk of irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Category of Danger: Irritant , Carc. cat. 3

Principle Routes of Exposure

Skin Inhalation: Irritating to respiratory system Harmful: possible risk of irreversible effects through inhalation. Ingestion: Irritating to mouth, throat and stomach Harmful: possible risk of irreversible effects if swallowed. Skin contact: Irritating to skin. Harmful: possible risk of irreversible effects if absorbed through the skin. Eye contact: Contact with eyes may cause irritation ANSI Classification Irritant - eye, skin, respiratory

Hazard statements

May Cause Eye, Skin and Respiratory Tract irritation HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. MAY BE HARMFUL IF ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN OR INHALED. Statement of Spill or Leak - ANSI Label Contain and/or absorb spill with inert material (e.g. sand, vermiculite), then place in suitable container. Do not flush to sewer or allow to enter waterways. Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment. Statement of First Aid In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.

Precautionary statements

ANSI Label Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid breathing vapors. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with the skin, eyes or respiratory tract. Wash thoroughly after exposure.