Ethidium bromide

Hazard statements (CLP)

H302, H315, H319, H330, H341

Code

Statements

H302

Harmful if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Classification under Work Safe New Zealand Classified as hazardous in accordance with the criteria of EPA New Zealand HSNO Approval Number HSR004464

Physical hazards

Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Health hazards

Acute Oral Toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 2

Environmental hazards

Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H302 - Harmful if swallowed H330 - Fatal if inhaled H341 - Suspected of causing genetic defects if inhaled H315 - Causes skin irritation H319 - Causes serious eye irritation

Prevention

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 P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P284 - Wear respiratory protection P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor P330 - Rinse mouth

Storage

P403 + P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed P405 - Store locked up

Disposal

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

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Toxic to terrestrial vertebrates