Guanidine Thiocyanate

Physical hazards

Not classified

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1C Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Category 3 Long-term aquatic hazard Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Harmful to aquatic life Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Do not breathe dusts or mists. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. 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.

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. 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Substance/mixture