Paclitaxel

Hazard statements (CLP)

H315, H317, H318, H335, H361, H413

Code

Statements

H315

Causes skin irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Classification under Work Safe New Zealand 6.3A - Substances that are irritating to the skin 6.5B - Substances that are contact sensitisers 8.3A - Substances that are corrosive to ocular tissue 6.1E - Substances that are acutely toxic (Inhalation) 6.8B - Substances that are suspected human reproductive or developmental toxicants 9.1D - Substances that are slightly harmful in the aquatic environment or are otherwise designed for biocidal action Classified as hazardous according to criteria of EPA New Zealand

Physical hazards

Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Health hazards

Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure) Category 3

Environmental hazards

Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 4

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H315 - Causes skin irritation H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H318 - Causes serious eye damage H335 - May cause respiratory irritation H361 - Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child H413 - May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life

Precautionary statements

P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P280 - Wear protective gloves P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep 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 P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P362 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse P403 + P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant

Further information

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