Guanidine hydrochloride

Hazard statements (CLP)

H302+H332, H315, H319

Code

Statements

H302+H332

Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Emergency Overview Target Organs Bone marrow, Nerves.

WHMIS Classification

D1B Toxic Material Causing Immediate and Serious Toxic by ingestion Toxic Effects D2B Toxic Material Causing Other Toxic Effects Moderate skin irritant Moderate eye irritant

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4) Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 4) Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 2) Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 2A)

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H302 + H332 Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary statements

P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear eye protection/ face protection. OF7R R ev 7 1 Rinse mouth. P302+ P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304+ P340+ P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. P305+ P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P332+ P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P337+ P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention. P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Health hazards

2 * Flammability: 0

Physical hazards

0

Potential health effects

Inhalation Toxic if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. Skin May be harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin irritation. Eyes Causes eye irritation. Ingestion Toxic if swallowed.