Formamidinesulfinic Acid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 4] WHMIS 2015: Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 2] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 1] Toxic to Reproduction [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 2] Self-Heating Substances and Mixtures [Category 2] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 3]

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Danger!

Hazard statements

Self-heating in large quantities; may catch fire Harmful if swallowed Fatal if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Harmful to aquatic life Causes damage to: Respiratory System May cause damage to organs: Kidney May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Liver Kidney

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Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep cool. Protect from sunlight. Do not breathe dust, fume, 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. 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. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice or attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a poison center or doctor. 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. If exposed: Call a poison center or doctor.

Storage

Store away from other materials. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Maintain air gap between stacks and pallets. 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]