Iodoform

Hazard statements (CLP)

H302, H312, H315, H319, H332, H335

Code

Statements

H302

Harmful if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification according to GHS Hazardous in case of skin contact, of inhalation and ingestion. Irritating in case of skin contact, of eye contact and of inhalation

Classification according to GHS

HAZARDOUS Hazardous: H302 Harmful in case of ingestion. H312 Harmful in case of contact with the skin. H315 Irritating to skin H319 Irritating to eyes H332 Harmful after inhalation. H335 May casus irritation of air passages.

Prevention

P261 Avoid inhalation of dust / fume / gas / mist / vapors / spray of the preparation. P280 Use protective gloves / protective cloth.

Storage

P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly close. P 410 Protect from direct sunlight. 3. COMPONENTS Name CAS No. WE No Store in a well ventilated area and sealed original packaging. Keep away from heat and sunlight. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Harmful substances, occupational exposure limit values to be controlled: Not specified Provide ventilation, locally. Respiratory protection: Required - protective mask. Eyes protection: Required - when using the product wear eye or face protection such as protective dental visor. Skin protection: Required - when using the product wear protective gloves and suitable protective clothing - apron.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

R-phrases Concentration Iodoform 75-47-8 200-874-5 X 20/21/22 100% 36/37/38 Full text of R-phrases and symbols can be found in the section 16. of MSDS. 4. EMERGENCY FIRST AID PROCEDURES General advice: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. After inhalation: Fresh air must be provided. Call a doctor. After eye contact: Rinse eye immediately with plenty of water, at least 15 minutes. Avoid strong stream of water due to the risk of mechanical damage to the cornea. Immediately call a doctor. After skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water. In case of irritation consult a physician. After ingestion: Consult a physician. Show him the preparation label. 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Non-flammable. Fire Fighting Media: water spray, powder and foam extinguishers, carbon dioxide. Special risks: Produced poisonous carbon monoxide and hydrogen iodide. Special protective equipment for fire-fighters: Fire can produce poisonous hydrogen iodide. Apply a gas-tight protective clothing and breathing apparatus (breathing apparatus complete with mask).

Further information

Do not allow to enter fire-fighting water to groundwater 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Individual precautions: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Provide air exchange (ventilation). Follow the rules of safety and health at work with chemical substances. Use personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8. Environmental precautions: In case of failure do not allow the release to the environment. Prevent product from entering sewers, groundwater, soil. Cleaning methods: Avoid direct contact with the powder. Collect substance to appropriately identified containers, absorbents might be used, i.e. prickle sand. Contaminated surface clean with water. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Dealing with preparation: Proceed in accordance with the principles of good practice and to comply with health and safety. While using of the device do not eat, drink or smoke, avoid eye and skin contact with the liquid, personal protective equipment (as defined in section 8). Protection against the fire and explosion: When applying the product to avoid exposure of eyes and skin, do not eat, drink and smoke. 9. PHYSICAL /CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Physical state and appearance, odor, color: yellow powder with characteristic, strong odor Melting point 118-121 0C Vapor pressure not specified Solubility insoluble in water Density 4,008 g/ml 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Stability: The product is stable under normal use and storage conditions. Conditions to avoid: Solar radiation, high temperature. Materials to avoid: Strong alkaline, alkali metals, strong oxidizing agents. Hazardous decomposition products: At high temperatures it may can release poisonous hydrogen iodide.