Formalin 37-7 HM - US

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200): Acute toxicity - Oral - Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal - Category 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) - Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation - Category 1 Sub-category B Serious eye damage/eye irritation - Category 1 Skin sensitization - Category 1A Germ cell mutagenicity - Category 2 Carcinogenicity - Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1; optic nerve, - central nervous system Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) - Category 3 Flammable liquids - Category 4

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Fatal if inhaled Toxic if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause cancer Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes damage to organs if swallowed; optic nerve, central nervous system May cause respiratory irritation Combustible liquid

Precautionary statements

Obtain special instructions before use Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower 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 or doctor Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Contains

Formaldehyde 37.0-37.5%, Methanol 6.5 – 7.5%

Additional information

No information available

2.3 Other hazards

Toxic to aquatic life. Unknown Acute Toxicity 44.5 % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity