Sodium Hydroxide Solution

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H314

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Classification under Work Safe New Zealand 6.1D - Substances that are acutely toxic 8.1A - Substances that are corrosive to metal 8.2B - Substances that are corrosive to dermal tissue 8.3A - Substances that are corrosive to ocular tissue 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 HSNO Approval Number HSR001576

Physical hazards

Substances/mixtures corrosive to metal Category 1

Health hazards

Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 A Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1

Environmental hazards

Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H290 - May be corrosive to metals

Precautionary statements

P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P301 + P330 + P331 - IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: 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 P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P363 - Wash contaminated clothing 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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