Perfluorooctanoic acid

Hazard statements (CLP)

H318, H351, H360D, H362, H372

Code

Statements

H318

Causes serious eye damage

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes serious eye damage Suspected of causing cancer May damage the unborn child May cause harm to breast-fed children Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Avoid contact during pregnancy and while nursing Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth

Storage

Store locked up

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous according to [US] OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1200, 2024) Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 4 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Effects on or via lactation Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 1 Target Organs - Liver.