CHLORINE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H270, H280, H315, H319, H330, H335, H400, H410

Code

Statements

H270

May cause or intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification GHS classification of the substance: *Toxic gas with physical risks of oxidizer and corrosive

Hazard categories

H Hazard Statement Transport - Class 2.3 Toxic gas Oxidising gas - Category 1 H270 May cause or intensify fire - oxidiser Gases under pressure – compressed gas Category 1 H280 May explode if heated Acute toxicity inhalation – Category 1 H330 Fatal if inhaled Skin corrosion/irritation – Category 2 H315 Causes skin irritation Serious eye damage/eye irritation – Category 2 H319 Causes serious eye irritation Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) STOT SE H335 Causes respiratory irritation Respiratory tract – Category 3 Aquatic toxicity - acute Category 1 H400 Very toxic to aquatic life Aquatic toxicity - chronic Category 1 H410 Very toxic with long lasting effects The most important adverse effects to know in emergency are – Compressed gas - under pressure, may explode if heated. Very Toxic – can be fatal if inhaled, and corrosive to respiratory tract. Oxidizer – highly reactive, will intensify fire. Corrosive – causes severe skin burns and eye damage, may cause frostbite, and is a severe aquatic pollutant.

Signal word

Danger Oxidizer - flame over circle Toxic - skull and crossbones Corrosive – metals & skin symbol Compressed gas symbol Aquatic toxicity – dead tree and fish

Precautionary statements

P 220 Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials P 244 Keep valves and fittings free from oil and grease P 260 Avoid breathing gas P 280 Wear protective gloves, clothing and eye or full-face protection. P 370 + P376 In case of fire, stop leak if safe to do so P 302 + P352 If on skin, wash with plenty of water P 333 + P317 If skin irritation or rash occurs get medical help P 305 + P351 + P338 If in eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so, continue rinsing, get medical advice P 304 + P340 + P317 If inhaled, remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Get medical help P 403 Store in a well-ventilated place Avoid release to the environment. Wash hands thoroughly after handling

Response

Refer Sections 5, 6 and 8

Storage

Refer Section 7 Special Labelling requirements – refer Section 14 for transport labels

Other hazards

contact with evaporating liquid may cause frostbite or freezing of the skin