Rifampicin

Hazard statements (CLP)

H302, H315, H319, H335, H362

Code

Statements

H302

Harmful if swallowed

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity, Oral (Category D), H302 Toxic to Reproduction (Category C), H362 Acute toxicity (Category E), Respiratory system, H335 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H362 May cause harm to breast-fed children.

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P260 Do not breathe dusts or mists. P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/ while nursing. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P321 Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). P330 Rinse mouth. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

Storage

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

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Other hazards

none