Sorbic acid

Hazard statements (CLP)

H312, H319, H335

Code

Statements

H312

Harmful in contact with skin

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS07 Acute Tox. 4 H312 Harmful in contact with skin. Eye Irrit. 2A H319 Causes serious eye irritation. STOT SE 3 H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

2.2 Label elements

The substance is classified and labeled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).

Hazard pictograms

GHS07

Hazardous Ingredients

Sorbic acid

Hazard statements

Harmful in contact with skin. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary statements

Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. 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. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Specific treatment (see on this label). Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Classification system

ꞏ NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4) Health = 2 1 Fire = 1 2 0 Reactivity = 0 ꞏ HMIS-ratings (scale 0 - 4) HEALTH 2 Health = 2 FIRE 1 Fire = 1 REACTIVITY 0 Reactivity = 0

PBT Substances

Not applicable

vPvB Substances

Not applicable