Zinc Chloride (16% in Ethyl Ether, ca. 1.0mol/L)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 4] Acute Toxicity - Dermal [Category 4] Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 4] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 1] Germ Cell Mutagenicity [Category 2] Toxic to Reproduction [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 1] Flammable Liquids [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Long-Term) [Category 1] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 1B]

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Hazard statements

Causes serious eye damage Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Extremely flammable liquid and vapor Harmful if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin Harmful if inhaled Suspected of causing genetic defects Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Very toxic to aquatic life Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Causes damage to: Liver Lung Pancreas May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Causes damage to organs: Liver Lung through prolonged or repeated exposure.

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Prevention

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves and protective clothing. Avoid breathing fume, mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not breathe dusts or mists. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. Wear eye protection. Wear face protection (full length face shield). Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe fume, mist, vapors or spray. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames or other hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground or bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting, and equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Wear protective gloves, eye protection and face protection.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of 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. If swallowed Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. 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. If exposed: Call a poison center or doctor. Get medical advice or attention if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with US EPA guidelines for the classification and determination of hazardous waste listed in 40 CFR 261.3. (See Section 13)

2.3 Other hazards

HNOC] May form explosive peroxides. May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways