16% Formaldehyde Solution

Hazard statements (CLP)

H227, H315, H319, H350

Code

Statements

H227

Combustible liquid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Combustible liquid. Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin. Causes serious eye irritation. Causes skin irritation. May cause cancer.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use personal protective equipment as required. Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection. Wear protective clothing. Keep away from flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

Response

IF exposed or concerned Get medical attention. IF SWALLOWED Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell. Take off contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation occurs Get medical attention. 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 attention.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

None known.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

ACUTE TOXICITY (oral) - Category 4 ACUTE TOXICITY (dermal) - Category 4 SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category 2 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A CARCINOGENICITY - Category 1A