Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Appearance: White crystals or powder. Odour: Odourless. Acute toxicity, Oral - Category 4 Eye damage/irritation - Category 1

Most important adverse effects

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).

Signal word

DANGER!

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. Causes serious eye damage.

Precautionary statements

Wear eye/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. 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 CENTRE or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

No OSHA defined hazard classes.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Toxic fumes, gases or vapours may evolve on burning. Direct skin contact may cause slight or mild, transient irritation. Dust contact with the eyes can lead to mechanical irritation. Dusts may cause irritation of the mucous membranes and respiratory tract. . Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause anemia, leukopenia, headache, stomach symptoms, and copper deficiency.

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Very toxic to aquatic life. Avoid release to the environment. See Section 12 for more environmental information.