Paraformaldehyde

Physical hazards

Flammable solids Category 2

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity Lung - Single exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation - Single exposure [Category 3]

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Category 3 Long-term aquatic hazard Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable solid Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing genetic defects Causes damage to organs : Lung May cause respiratory irritation Harmful to aquatic life Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. -No smoking. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment. 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. Contaminated work clothing should 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. If skin irritation or rash occurs: 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. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice or attention. If exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor.

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.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air.