Nitrilotriacetic Acid

Physical hazards

Not classified

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity Kidney - Repeated exposure [Category 2]

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Category 3 Long-term aquatic hazard Category 2

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes eye irritation Suspected of causing cancer May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Kidney Harmful to aquatic life Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust, fume, mist, vapors or spray. 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: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice or attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. 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. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention. Collect spillage.

Storage

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.