Container 70mL 10% buffered formalin

Hazard statements (CLP)

H303, H315, H317, H320, H333, H334, H340, H350, H371, H373, H422

Code

Statements

H303

May be harmful if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Classification under Work Safe New Zealand 6.1E - Substances that are acutely toxic (Oral) 6.1E - Substances that are acutely toxic (Inhalation) 6.3A - Substances that are irritating to the skin 6.4A - Substances that are irritating to the eye 6.5A - Substances that are respiratory sensitisers 6.5B - Substances that are contact sensitisers 6.6A - Substances that are known or presumed human mutagens 6.7A - Substances that are known or presumed human carcinogens 6.9B - Substances that are harmful to human target organs or systems 9.2B - Substances that are ecotoxic in the soil environment Classified as hazardous according to criteria of EPA New Zealand HSNO Approval Number HSR001584

Physical hazards

Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Health hazards

Acute Oral Toxicity Category 3 Acute Dermal Toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2B Skin Sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure) Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 1

Environmental hazards

Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H303 - May be harmful if swallowed H315 - Causes skin irritation H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H320 - Causes eye irritation H333 - May be harmful if inhaled H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled H340 - May cause genetic defects H350 - May cause cancer H371 - May cause damage to organs H373 - May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H422 - Toxic to the soil environment

Precautionary statements

P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P260 - Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P273 - Avoid release to the environment P280 - Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection P281 - Use personal protective equipment as required P285 - In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water P304 + P312 - IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell P304 + P341 - IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention P309 + P311 - IF exposed or if you feel unwell: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P312 - Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell P314 - Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell P332 + P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention P333 + P313 - If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention P342 + P311 - If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P362 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse P391 - Collect spillage P405 - Store locked up P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant

Further information

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