Manganese(II) Oxide

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 - Dermal Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic in contact with skin Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation

Prevention

Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: 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 Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing Wash contaminated clothing before reuse If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Precautionary statements

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

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

Further information

NFPA

Health hazards

2 HMIS 2 Flammability 0 Flammability 0 Stability 0

Physical hazards

0 Physical and chemical - Personal protection - properties