Halogenation Treatment

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

OSHA Regulatory Status This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Flammable liquids Category 2 Corrosive to metals Category 1

2.2 Label elements

Emergency Overview Danger

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects Highly flammable liquid and vapor May be corrosive to metals Appearance Water-thin Physical state Liquid Odor Strong Solvent Chlorine

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Avoid release to the environment Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating / lighting/ tools / equipment Keep only in original container Keep cool

Response

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/attention If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction Absorb spillage to prevent material damage

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up Store in corrosive resistant/ plastic container with a resistant inner liner

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

Further information

May be harmful if swallowed. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Toxic to aquatic life. Unknown acute toxicity 100% of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity