Citric Acid 50%

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H314

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification of the chemical Milky, white liquid. Sweet odour

Signal word

DANGER!

Hazard statements

May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Precautionary statements

Keep only in original packaging. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not breathe mist or vapor. Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection. If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. 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/doctor. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. Store locked up. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulation.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Burning produces obnoxious and toxic fumes. Ingestion may cause severe burns to the mucous membranes of the digestive tract. Contact with metals may release small amounts of flammable hydrogen gas.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Milky, white liquid. Sweet odour. This material is classified as hazardous under U.S. OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200) (Hazcom 2012) and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015). Hazard classification : Corrosive to Metals - Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation - Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation - Category 1