Sodium Hydroxide

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H312, H314

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard Classifications Acute Toxicity – Dermal: Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 1A Eye Damage/Irritation: Category 1 Corrosive to Metals: Category 1

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

Harmful in contact with skin. Causes severe skin burns and serious eye damage. May be corrosive to metals.

Prevention

Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, and face protection. Do not breathe dusts. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep only in original container.

Response

Immediately call a poison center or doctor. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

Storage

Store locked up. Store in a corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner.

Disposal

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

2.3 Other hazards

This product is harmful to aquatic life. Avoid release to the environment. Toxicity Statement Not applicable.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute Toxicity – Dermal: Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 1A Eye Damage/Irritation: Category 1 Corrosive to Metals: Category 1 Signal Word: DANGER Hazard Statements: Harmful in contact with skin. Causes severe skin burns and serious eye damage. May be corrosive to metals. Pictograms