Glyoxylic acid, 50% w/w aquous solution

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 Classification

Signal word

Danger Hazard Statements May be corrosive to metals Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes serious eye damage

Prevention

Keep only in original packaging Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

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 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse

Storage

Store in corrosive resistant polypropylene container with a resistant inliner Store locked up

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Corrosive to metals Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Skin Sensitization