Calcium hydroxide

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Based on ICOP)

Physical hazards

Explosives Not applicable Flammable gases Not applicable Flammable aerosols Not applicable Oxidizing gases Not applicable Gases under pressure Not applicable Flammable liquids Not applicable Flammable solids Not classified Self-reactive substances and mixtures Not applicable Pyrophoric liquids Not applicable Pyrophoric solids Not classified Self-heating substances and mixtures Not classified Substances and mixtures which, in contact with Not classified water, emit flammable gases Oxidizing liquids Not applicable Oxidizing solids Classification not possible Organic peroxides Not applicable Corrosive to metals Classification not possible Human Health Acute toxicity (Oral) Not classified Acute toxicity (Dermal) Classification not possible Acute toxicity (Inhalation: Gases) Not applicable Acute toxicity (Inhalation: Vapours) Classification not possible Acute toxicity (Inhalation: Dusts) Classification not possible Acute toxicity (Inhalation: Mists) Not applicable Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Respiratory sensitization Classification not possible Skin sensitization Classification not possible Germ cell mutagenicity Classification not possible Carcinogenicity Classification not possible Reproductive toxicity Classification not possible Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure Category 3 (respiratory system) Specific target organ toxicity - Repeated exposure Category 2 (lung)

Aspiration hazard

Classification not possible Environmental Acute toxicity to the aquatic environment Classification not possible Chronic toxicity to the aquatic environment Classification not possible

2.2 Label elements

Pictogram and

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage Causes damage to respiratory system May cause damage to lung through prolonged or repeated exposure

Prevention

Do not breathe dust/fume. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately seek medical attention or call doctor/physician. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/ national/international regulations.