Formaldehyde, 8% (v/v) (non-buffered), Histological Fixative

Hazard statements (CLP)

H317, H318, H332, H341, H350, H360, H371

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Statements

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1. Classification of the Hazardous Product

Hazard categories

Category Hazard Precautionary Statements

Hazard statements

Acute Toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Serious Eye Damage / Eye Irritation Category 4 H332 P261,P271,P304+P340,P312 Category 1 H318 P280,P305+P351+P338,P310 Skin Sensitization Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 1A H317 P261,P272,P280,P302+P352, P333+P313,P321,P362+P364,P501 Category 2 H341 P201,P202,P280,P308+P313,P405, P501 Carcinogenicity Category 1A H350 P201,P202,P280,P308+P313,P405, P501 Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B H360 P201,P202,P280,P308+P313,P405, P501 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure Category 2 H371 P260,P264,P270,P308+P311, P405,P501 NOTE: Hazard statements may be combined on labels to improve clarity and readability. Hazard Number Hazard Statement H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction H318 Causes serious eye damage H332 Harmful if inhaled H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects H350 May cause cancer H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child H371 May cause damage to organs

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Danger Signal Word

Precautionary statements

NOTE: Precautionary statements may be combined or consolidated on labels to improve clarity and readability. P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 Do not breathe fumes or mist. P264 Wash hands, arms, and face thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P280 Wear protective gloves and eye protection. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308+P311 If exposed or concerned: Call a poison center or doctor. P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice or attention. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to suitable waste stream in accordance with local, state, federal, and international regulations.

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2.3 Other hazards

No other hazards identified. 2.4. Ingredients of Unknown Acute Toxicity This product does not contain any ingredients of unknown acute toxicity.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

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