Copper(II) Fluoride

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards

Not classified

Health hazards

Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Bone Repeated exposure [Category 1]

Environmental hazards

Not classified

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes serious eye irritation Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Bone May cause respiratory irritation

Prevention

Do not breathe dust, fume, mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling.

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice or attention. Get medical advice or attention if you feel unwell.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

PHYSICAL HAZARDS Not classified HEALTH HAZARDS Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation - Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Bone - Repeated exposure [Category 1] ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS Not classified