PERCHLORIC ACID, TRACEGRADE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category A Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Oxidizing liquids Category 1 Corrosive to metals Category 1

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer May be corrosive to metals Appearance Clear Oily Physical state Liquid Odor No information available

Prevention

Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dusts or mists Keep away from heat Keep/Store away from clothing and other combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing Keep only in original container

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Specific treatment (see .? on this label) 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 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes Rinse skin with water/shower IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish Absorb spillage to prevent material damage

Storage

Store locked up. Store in corrosive resistant/ .? container with a resistant inner liner Keep tightly closed.

Precautionary statements

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

Further information

No information available.