Formalin 10%

Hazard statements (CLP)

H301, H311, H314, H317, H318, H330, H341, H350, H373

Code

Statements

H301

Toxic if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classed as a dangerous good for transport and logistics Hazardous according to the criteria of the Globally Harmonised System of classification and labelling of chemicals (GHS) Label pictograms

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

HSNO Hazard Code 6.1B H 330 6.1C (dermal) H 301 6.1C (oral) H 311 6.5B H 317 6.6B H 341 6,7A H 350 6.9B H 373 8.2C H 314 8.3A H 318 Category 2 Fatal if inhaled Category 3 Toxic if swallowed Category 3 Toxic in contact with skin Category 1 May cause an allergic skin reaction Category 1 Suspected of causing genetic defects Category 1 May cause cancer Category 2 May cause damage to liver and kidneys Category 1C Cause severe skin burns Category 1 Causes eye damage

Prevention

P102 Keep out of the reach of children P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces or smoking P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray P264 Wash hands 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 P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/ face protection P284 Wear respiratory protection. (50ppm) Chemical cartridge respirator with organic vapour cartridge with full face mask. Precautionary statement responses P301 + P330 + P331 If SWALLOWED rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN Remove / Take off immediately all contaminated clothing, rinse skin with water P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a poisons centre or doctor P320 < No specific treatment or antidote available > P308 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.

Storage

P403 + P233 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool P405 Store locked up Precautionary statement disposal P501 Disposal should be through a suitably qualified contractor following the EPA guidelines