Formic acid

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 3 Corrosive to metals Category 1

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory system, Kidney, Blood vessels - Single exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory system - Repeated exposure [Category 2]

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Category 3

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Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapour May be corrosive to metals Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs : Respiratory system Kidney Blood vessels May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure : Respiratory system Harmful to aquatic life

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Keep only in original container. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Take precautionary measures against ignition by the static discharge and the spark. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.

Response

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. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container through a waste management company authorized by the local government.