Metaldehyde

Hazard statements (CLP)

H228, H301, H330, H412

Code

Statements

H228

Flammable solid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS classification of chemical product Flammable solids Category 2 Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) Category 2 Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard Category 3 Long-term (chronic) aquatic haz- ard Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable solid. Toxic if swallowed. Fatal if inhaled. Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment. Do not breathe dust. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection. Wear respiratory protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. Rinse mouth. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

None known.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable solids : Category 2 Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 3 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) : Category 2 Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard : Category 3 Long-term (chronic) aquatic haz- : Category 3 ard