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SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Information in this section only concerns the product as supplied. Contact your account manager to get more information on diluted form hazards identification.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

OXIDIZING SOLIDS - Category 2 ACUTE TOXICITY (oral) - Category 4 SKIN IRRITATION - Category 2 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE - Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidizer. May cause severe eye damage. May be harmful if swallowed May cause skin irritation.

Precautionary statements

General Corrosive material. May intensify fire; oxidizer. Handle with care. Read label before use. Keep out of reach of children.

Prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Keep away from combustible material. Specific protective equipment is suggested for this product. See section 8 for details.

Response

IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If skin irritation occurs Get medical attention. Rinse with water. IF IN EYES: Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Storage

No specific measure needed. See section 7 for more information on handling and storage.

Disposal

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

Supplemental label elements

No additional information.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

None known.