Beryllium Solid

Hazard statements (CLP)

H301, H317, H334, H350i, H372, H373

Code

Statements

H301

Toxic if swallowed

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

The mixture has been assessed and/or tested for its physical, health and environmental hazards and the following classification applies. Carc. Cat. 2;R49, T+;R26, T;R25-48/23, Xi;R36/37/38, R43 The full text for all R-phrases is displayed in section 16.

EU Classification

Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC as amended Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 as amended

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 3 H301 - Toxic if swallowed. Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 2 Skin sensitisation Category 1 H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction. Carcinogenicity Category 1B H350i - May cause cancer by inhalation. Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation Specific target organ toxicity - repeated Category 1 H372 - Causes damage to organs exposure through prolonged or repeated exposure. Hazard summary May cause cancer by inhalation. Very toxic by inhalation. Toxic if swallowed. Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. Occupational exposure to the substance or mixture may cause adverse health effects.

Physical hazards

Not classified for physical hazards.

Environmental hazards

Not classified for hazards to the environment. Specific hazards Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation. Irritating to mouth, throat, and stomach. Risk of serious damage to eyes. May cause cancer by inhalation. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure. Prolonged exposure may cause chronic effects. Main symptoms Discomfort in the chest. Shortness of breath. Coughing. Oedema. Liver enlargement. Jaundice. Proteinuria. Irritating to mouth, throat, and stomach. Skin irritation. Rash. Sensitisation. Prolonged exposure may cause chronic effects.

2.2 Label elements

Label according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 as amended

Contains

Beryllium

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H301 Toxic if swallowed. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H373 May cause damage to organs (respiratory system) through prolonged or repeated exposure. H350i May cause cancer by inhalation. H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Prevention

Minimise dust generation and accumulation. P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume. P264 Wash thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P272 Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P284 Wear respiratory protection.

Response

P302 + P350 If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P308 + P313 If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see this label). P330 Rinse mouth. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P342 + P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a poison center/doctor. P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.

Storage

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Supplemental label elements

For further information, please contact the Product Stewardship Department at +1.800.862.4118. information

2.3 Other hazards

None known.