Cefixime

Hazard statements (CLP)

H317, H334

Code

Statements

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Physical State

Appearance/Odor

Solid No information available Emergency Overview May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. Classification of the substance or mixture Respiratory Sensitization Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Label Elements

Signal word

Danger Hazard Statements H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled

Prevention

P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P280 - Wear protective gloves P284 - In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection

Response

P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water P304 + P341 - IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P333 + P313 - If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention P342 + P311 - If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor P362 + P364 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse

Storage

P403 - Store in a well-ventilated place

Disposal

P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant

Other physicochemical hazards

None identified.

Health hazards

May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.

Environmental hazards

Contains no substances known to be hazardous to the environment or not degradable in waste water treatment plants. This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1