PERACETIC ACID

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous according to the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Considered a dangerous substance or mixture according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category A Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Flammable liquids Category 3 Organic peroxides Type E Corrosive to metals Category 1

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Flammable liquid and vapor Heating may cause a fire May be corrosive to metals

2.3 Other hazards

Not Applicable

Other hazards

Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects Very toxic to aquatic life

Prevention

Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Keep/Store away from clothing and other combustible materials Keep only in original container Keep cool

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up Protect from sunlight Store away from other materials Store in corrosive resistant/ .? container with a resistant inner liner Store at temperatures not exceeding 8 °C/46.4 °F. Keep cool

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant