Cadmium

Hazard statements (CLP)

H330, H341, H350, H361, H372, H400, H410

Code

Statements

H330

Fatal if inhaled

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 2) Germ cell mutagenicity (Category 2) Carcinogenicity (Category 1A) Reproductive toxicity (Category 2) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (Category 1) Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard (Category 1) Long-term (chronic) aquatic hazard (Category 1)

Signal word

Danger Danger

Hazard statements

H330 Fatal if inhaled. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects. H350 May cause cancer. H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H400 Very toxic to aquatic life. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. none

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 Do not breathe dust. P264 Wash the contact area thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. P284 Wear respiratory protection.

Response

P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P391 Collect spillage.

Storage

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents and container according to wastes control act. Reduced Labelling (<= 100 ml)

Precautionary statements

none Please refer to the MSDS/SDS for further precautionary phrases

Other hazards which do not result in classification

none