Copper(I) Iodide

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 4] WHMIS 2015: Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 1] Sensitization - Skin [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 2] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Long-Term) [Category 2]

Signal word

Danger!

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction Very toxic to aquatic life Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects May cause respiratory irritation. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Thyroid Gland

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Prevention

Avoid breathing mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear respiratory protection. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

If swallowed Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. 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. Collect spillage.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national regulations (e.g. US 40 CFR Part 261, EU 91/156/EEC, JP Waste Disposal and Cleaning Act, etc.).

2.3 Other hazards

None. [HNOC]