BENZOYL PEROXIDE (CONTAINS 25% WATER)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Eye Irritation Category 2A Organic Peroxide Type C Oxidizing Solid Category 3 Skin Sensitizer Category 1 EMERGENCY OVERVIEW HAZARD DANGER Determined by using GHS criteria H242 Heating may cause a fire. H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Prevention

Phrase P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/ ... /combustible materials. P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. P234 Keep only in original container. P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. P264 Wash ... thoroughly after handling. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

Code Phrase P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Storage

Code Phrase P410 Protect from sunlight. P420 Store away from other materials.

Disposal

Code Phrase P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...