POLYESTER CHROME OXIDE GR

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H316, H319, H336, H350

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 3 SKIN IRRITATION - Category 3 EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A CARCINOGENICITY - Category 1B SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) (Narcotic effects) - Category 3 Percentage of the mixture consisting of ingredient(s) of unknown acute toxicity: 18.4% (oral), 81.5% (dermal), 22.1% (inhalation)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H226 - Flammable liquid and vapor. H316 - Causes mild skin irritation. H319 - Causes serious eye irritation. H336 - May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H350 - May cause cancer.

Prevention

P201 - Obtain special instructions before use. P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P280 - Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection. P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P261 - Avoid breathing vapor. P264 - Wash thoroughly after handling.

Response

P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention. P304 + P340, P312 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. P332 + P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice or attention. P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice or attention.

Storage

P405 - Store locked up. P403 + P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Disposal

P501 - Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Contains lead. Dried Film of This Paint May Be Harmful If Eaten or Chewed. Sanding and grinding dusts may be harmful if inhaled. Exposure to lead dust and fumes adversely affects blood and blood forming tissues, kidneys, liver, the central/ peripheral nervous systems and male/female reproductive organs. Lead exposure causes adverse developmental effects including brain damage in children and unborn fetuses. Prolonged or repeated contact may dry skin and cause irritation. Repeated exposure to high vapor concentrations may cause irritation of the respiratory system and permanent brain and nervous system damage. Inhalation of vapor/aerosol concentrations above the recommended exposure limits causes headaches, drowsiness and nausea and may lead to unconsciousness or death. Emits toxic fumes when heated. See toxicological information (Section 11)

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 3 substance or mixture SKIN IRRITATION - Category 3 EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A CARCINOGENICITY - Category 1B SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) (Narcotic effects) - Category 3 Percentage of the mixture consisting of ingredient(s) of unknown acute toxicity: 18.4% (oral), 81.5% (dermal), 22.1% (inhalation)