ASTM 97 Reagent

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H302, H314, H318, H402, H412

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Corrosive to metals (Category 1), H290 in accordance with Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4), H302 Skin corrosion (Category 1A), H314 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) Serious eye damage (Category 1), H318 Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 3), H402

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Hazard Statement(s): H290 - May be corrosive to metals H302- Harmful if swallowed H314- Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H318 - Causes serious eye damage H402- Harmful to aquatic life H412- Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

Precautionary Statement(s):

Prevention

P234- Keep only in original container. P260- Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P264- Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270- Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273- Avoid release to the environment. P280- Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P406- Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner.

Response

P301+312- IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell. P301+P330+P331- IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P304+P340- IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338- IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310- Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P321- Specific treatment (see Section 4 SDS). P330- Rinse mouth. P390- Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

Storage

P405- Store locked up.

Disposal

P501- Dispose of contents/container to Federal, State and Local Regulations. Emergency Overview -------------------------- CAUTION! SLIGHTLY TOXIC BY INGESTION. POISON! DANGER! CORROSIVE. CAUSES SEVERE BURNS TO SKIN, EYES, RESPIRATORY TRACT, AND GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT. MATERIAL IS EXTREMELY DESTRUCTIVE TO ALL BODY TISSUES. MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED. HARMFUL IF INHALED. ------------------------------------------------ Health Rating: 2 - Moderate (Poison) Flammability Rating: 0 - None Reactivity Rating: 2 – Moderate Contact Rating: 4 – Extreme (Corrosive) Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES & SHIELD; LAB COAT & APRON; VENT HOOD; PROPER GLOVES -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Potential health effects

Inhalation: Respiratory tract irritant, may cause serious burns on acute contact. Severe injury is usually avoided by the self-limiting coughing and sneezing symptoms. Ingestion: Toxic! Corrosive to mucous membranes and may cause perforation of the esophagus and stomach. Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, general gastro-intestinal upset can be expected. Skin Contact: Irritant, possibly corrosive if contact is prolonged. Soreness, redness, destruction of skin may result. Eye Contact: Irritant, possibly corrosive to eye tissues. Tearing, redness, pain, impaired vision are symptoms. Chronic Exposure: Development of a defatting dermatitis on prolonged contact with potassium hydroxide has been reported. Continued irritation may lead to increased susceptibility to respiratory illness. Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions: Persons with pre-existing skin disorders or eye problems, or impaired kidney or respiratory function may be more susceptible to the effects of the substance. This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).