Sovsperse ZnO 80, Sovsperse

Hazard statements (CLP)

H317, H319, H350, H373, H400, H410

Code

Statements

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction. H319: Causes serious eye irritation. H350: May cause cancer, although route is inconclusively proven. H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H400: Very toxic to aquatic life. H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

P201: Obtain special instructions before use. P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260: Do not breathe dust, fumes, gas, mist, vapors, or spray. P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273: Avoid release to the environment. P280: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye/face protection.

Response

P302+352 If on skin Wash with plenty of soap and water P305+351+338 If in eyes Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308+313 If exposed or concerned Get medical attention or advice P314: Get medical attention or advice if you feel unwell. P321: Specific treatment see section 4. P333+313: If skin irritation or rash occurs, seek medical advice/attention. P337+313: If eye irritation persists, get medical advice or attention. P362+364: Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P391: Collect spillage. GHS Storage and Disposal: P405: Store locked up. P501: Dispose of contents and containers per section 13.

Potential health effects

Chronic Effects may be delayed (Acute and Chronic): Inhalation: May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Moderately toxic to humans by ingestion. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. Can produce delayed pulmonary edema. Zinc oxide dust is considered to be of low toxicity and is classified as a nuisance particulate by the ACGIH. However, inhalation fumes or very fine dust may causes "zinc fume fever", which is characterized by flu-like symptoms with metallic taste, coughing, weakness, fatigue, muscular pain, and nausea, followed by fever and chills. Onset of symptoms occurs about 4-12 hours after. Eye Contact: Dust may cause mechanical irritation. Skin Contact: Prolonged and/or repeated contact may cause irritation and/or dermatitis. Ingestion: Effects may be delayed. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Inhalation of fumes may cause metal fume fever, which is characterized by flu-like symptoms with metallic taste, fever, chills, cough, weakness, chest pain, muscle pain and increased white blood cell count. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

PBT Substances

Not applicable

vPvB Substances

Not applicable