Denaturation solution for the isolation of RNA

Hazard statements (CLP)

H302, H314, H318, H332, H412

Code

Statements

H302

Harmful if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4) Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 4) Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 1) Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 1) Long-term (chronic) aquatic hazard (Category 3)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H332 Harmful if inhaled. H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. 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.

Response

P301 + P312 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. P305 + P351 + P338 + IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. P310 Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Storage

P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents and container according to wastes control act.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.