Hexachlorobenzene

Hazard statements (CLP)

H303, H350, H372, H410

Code

Statements

H303

May be harmful if swallowed

H350

May cause cancer

H372

Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

H410

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Classification under Work Safe New Zealand 6.1E - Substances that are acutely toxic (Oral) 6.7A - Substances that are known or presumed human carcinogens 6.9A - Substances that are toxic to human target organs or systems 9.1A - Substances that are very ecotoxic in the aquatic environment Classified as hazardous according to criteria of EPA New Zealand

Physical hazards

Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Health hazards

Acute Oral Toxicity Category 5 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 1

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H303 - May be harmful if swallowed H350 - May cause cancer H372 - Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product 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 P281 - Use personal protective equipment as required P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention P403 - Store in a well-ventilated place P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant

Further information

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