SELENIOUS ACID, REAGENT

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 1 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Gases) Category 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed Fatal in contact with skin Toxic if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness Appearance Crystals Physical state Solid Odor No information available

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

Specific treatment (see .? on this label) Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Rinse mouth

Storage

Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Precautionary statements

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

Further information

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