Rubidium

Hazard statements (CLP)

H260, H314

Code

Statements

H260

In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classified as hazardous in accordance with the criteria of EPA New Zealand Classification under Work Safe New Zealand Classified as hazardous in accordance with the criteria of EPA New Zealand HSNO Approval Number HSR001292 GHS Classification

Physical hazards

Substances/mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases Category 1

Health hazards

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

Environmental hazards

Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H260 - In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Prevention

P223 - Do not allow contact with water P231 + P232 - Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture 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

Response

P301 + P330 + P331 - IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower 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 P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish P302 + P335 + P334 - IF ON SKIN: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water

Storage

P402 + P404 - Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container

Disposal

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

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Reacts violently with water

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards Substances/mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases Category 1 Health hazards Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Environmental hazards Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met