Cadmium acetate dihydrate

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 1A Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May cause genetic defects May cause cancer Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Harmful in contact with skin Harmful if inhaled Harmful if swallowed

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth

Storage

Store locked up

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

Other hazards

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Very toxic to aquatic life. NFPA

Health hazards

4 HMIS 4 Flammability 0 Flammability 0 Stability 0

Physical hazards

0 Physical and chemical - Personal protection - properties