Sodium hydrosulphite

Hazard statements (CLP)

H320, H333, H335, H341

Code

Statements

H320

Causes eye irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended Classification of the substance or mixture

Hazard pictograms

GHS02 GHS07 According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended

Signal word

Danger. H251- Self heating; may catch fire. H302-Harmful if swallowed. H315-Causes skin irritation

Hazard statements

H320-Cases eye irritation. H333-May be harmful if inhaled. H335-May cause respiratory irritation. H341-Suspected of causing genetic defects

Supplemental label elements

Not applicable EUH031 Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.

Prevention

P201 Obtain, special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P235 + P410 Keep cool. Protect from sunlight. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fumes. P264 Wash with plenty of water & soap after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only out doors or in well-ventilated area P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. P501 Dispose all contents / containers to an approved waste disposal plant.

Response

P301 + P312 If swallowed, Call a DOCTOR if feel unwell. P305 + P351 + P338 If in eye, Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, if present & easy to do. Continue rinsing P308 + P313 If exposed or concerned, get medical advice / attention P304+P312 IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER /doctor / physician/first aider, if you feel unwell. P330 Rinse mouth. P370 In case of fire, use large quantity of water. P391 Collect spillage .

Storage

P403+P233 Store in well-ventilated place, keep containers tightly closed. P410 Protect from sunlight. P420 Store separately.

Precautionary statements

(Disposal) Dispose of contents/container to authorized hazardous or special waste P501 collection point in accordance with any local regulation.

Hazardous Ingredients

Sodium hydroxymethansulphinate R 7-May causes fire

R-phrase(s)

R22-Harmful if swallowed. R31-Contact with acids liberates toxic gas. S 7/8-Keep container tightly closed and dry. S26-In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and

S-phrase(s)

seek medical advice. S28-After skin contact, wash immediately with soap and water.

Other hazards

Inhalation may produce health damage.  Cumulative effects may result following exposure. Possible respiratory and skin sensitizer.  REACH - Art.57-59 The mixture does not contain Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) at the SDS print date.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to H251 - Self-Heating Substances and Mixtures, Category 1 regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP] and amendments H302 - Acute Toxicity (Oral), Category 4