SHEET SODIUM CARBONATE LIGHT IMPORTED (SOCALIM) Revision 5

Hazard statements (CLP)

H319

Code

Statements

H319

Causes serious eye irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

According to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 (CLP) Classification of the substance or mixture

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H319 - causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements

P264 - Wash thoroughly after handling P280 - Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection P305 + P351 + P338 - If in eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses and continue rinsing. P337 + P313- Get medical advice/attention.

2.3 Other hazards

The potential risk is at work: the possibility of sodium carbonate dust release, which may exceed the TWA indicator for non-toxic dust (given in section 8.1). The substance does not meet the PBT or vPvB criteria. The criteria of Annex XIII to the Regulation 1907/2008/EC (PBT or vPvB) does not apply to inorganic substances. The substance has not been included in the list established in accordance with Article 59 (1) of the REACH Regulation as having endocrine disrupting properties. The substance does not meet the criteria for substances with endocrine disrupting properties as set out in Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/2100 (OJ L 301, 17.11.2017) and Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/605 (OJ L 101, 20.4.2018 as amended).

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

2.1.1 Regulation 1272/2008 (CLP) Eye Irrit. 2 Causes serious eye irritation, hazard category 2. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. 2.2 Label elements 2.2.1 According to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 (CLP). Signal word : Warning Hazard Statement H319 - causes serious eye irritation Precautionary statements. P264 - Wash thoroughly after handling P280 - Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection P305 + P351 + P338 - If in eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses and continue rinsing. P337 + P313- Get medical advice/attention. 2.3 Other hazards The potential risk is at work: the possibility of sodium carbonate dust release, which may exceed the TWA indicator for non-toxic dust (given in section 8.1). The substance does not meet the PBT or vPvB criteria. The criteria of Annex XIII to the Regulation 1907/2008/EC (PBT or vPvB) does not apply to inorganic substances. The substance has not been included in the list established in accordance with Article 59 (1) of the REACH Regulation as having endocrine disrupting properties. The substance does not meet the criteria for substances with endocrine disrupting properties as set out in Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/2100 (OJ L 301, 17.11.2017) and Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/605 (OJ L 101, 20.4.2018 as amended). 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Substances Sodium Carbonate CAS Number EC Number Index Number: Classification Wt. Percent Content 497-19-8 207-838-8 011-005-00-2 Eye Irrit. 2; H319 90.0 – 100% 4. FIRST AID MEASURES 4.1 Description of first aid measures Inhalation: Move the affected person to fresh air and keep rested. Seek medical advice if necessary. Skin contact: Immediately remove contaminated clothing. Flush contaminated skin with plenty of water and soap, then rinse with plenty of water. Seek medical advice if necessary. Eye contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Avoid strong stream of water due to the risk of mechanical damage to the cornea. It is recommended to use permanent or portable eye washers. Seek medical advice if necessary. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water, and then give to drink plenty of water. Seek medical advice if necessary. Persons providing assistance should use appropriate personal protective equipment (given in section 8), ensure adequate general and local ventilation, avoid direct contact with the substance, avoid inhalation of dust. 4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Inhalation: May cause slight irritation of the respiratory tract, nasal and throat mucous membranes. Eye contact: It's irritating to the eyes. It may cause redness, tearing, pain and impaired vision. Skin contact: It may cause slight irritation, redness, dryness, pain, itching. Ingestion: May cause irritation of the gastrointestinal mucosa. With the consumption of larger quantities, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea may occur. 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Remove affected person from the contaminated product of the environment. In the event of health problems, consult your doctor or the centre of toxicological concern. Provide the information contained in the SDS. If unconscious do not give anything by mouth. 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES