Calcium Oxide

Hazard statements (CLP)

H350i

Code

Statements

H350i

May cause cancer by inhalation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS / HAZCOM 2012 Classification

Physical: Health: Environmental Not Hazardous Skin Corrosive Category 1 Not Hazardous Eye Damage Category 1 Carcinogen Category 1A Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) Category 1 GHS/Hazcom 2012 Label: DANGER

Prevention

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Obtain special instructions before use. May cause cancer by inhalation. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read Causes damage to lungs through prolonged or repeated and understood. exposure by inhalation Do not breathe dust.

Response

Wash thoroughly after handling. If Swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. protection and face protection. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. protection. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position 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. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention. 099-calciumoxide-ghs.doc

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and containers in accordance with local regulation.

2.3 Other hazards

Reacts vigorously with water, generating heat that may be sufficient to ignite other materials