Zirconium(IV) chloride

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H302, H314

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May be corrosive to metals Harmful if swallowed Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Reacts violently with water Corrosive to the respiratory tract

Prevention

Do not allow contact with water Keep container tightly closed Keep only in original packaging Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wear respiratory protection

Response

IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing 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/doctor Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Absorb spillage to prevent material damage

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store in corrosive resistant polypropylene container with a resistant inliner

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Corrosive to metals Category 1 Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Physical Hazards Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 Reacts violently with water Health Hazards Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 Corrosive to the respiratory tract