CITRIC ACID GRANULAR

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: This product is a clear to white crystal with an odor that ranges between none to a very slightly sugar odor. Skin contact with citric acid can irritate the skin and can cause the skin to redden, sting, and swell at the point of contact. Severe irritation characterized by stinging, reddening, tearing, and swelling can occur following eye exposure. Contact may cause damage tothe eye if not treated immediately. Inhalation of this material can be irritating to the nose, mouth, throat and lungs. Emergency responders must wear the proper personal protective equipment suitable for the situation to which they are responding. HAZARDOUS MATERIAL INFORMATION (Continued) SYSTEM

Signal word

(RED) FLAMMABILITY 0

Precautionary statements

REACTIVITY (YELLOW) 0 General Read label before use. Keep out of reach of children. If medical advice is needed, have product PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT container or label at hand.

Prevention

Wear eye or face protection: EYES RESPIRATORYHAE'D SOD Recommended: safety glasses with

Response

IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with 9 side-shields. Wash hands i SEE SECTIONS thoroughly after handling. It water for several minutes. Remove For routine industrial applications contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical attention.

Storage

Not applicable.

Disposal

Not applicable.