Hemoglobin - Wholeblood & RBCs (Colorimetric)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP/GHS] Serious eye damage, Category 1 Sodium Hydroxide Corrosive to metals, Category 1 Skin corrosion, Category 1B Acute Oral Toxicity, Category 2 Sodium Azide Acute Dermal Toxicity, Category 1 Specific Organ Toxicity, Category 2 Skin Sensitization, Category 1 Acute oral toxicity, Category 4 Eye irritation, Category 2A Triton X-100 Acute aquatic toxicity, Category 2 Chronic aquatic toxicity, Category 2 Corrosive. Causes burns by all exposure routes; eyes, skin, mucous membranes. May be harmful if inhaled, absorbed through skin, swallowed. May be irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

Hazard statements

Contact with acids liberates toxic gas. May react with lead and copper plumbing to form highly explosive metal azides. Harmful to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term adverse effects in aquatic environment. Keep away from heat, open flames, hot surfaces, sparks. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

Precautionary statements

Wear protective gloves, clothing, and eye/face protection. Avoid release to the environment. SECTION 3. FIRST AID MEASURES General advice Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. If inhaled If inhaled, remove to fresh air. Seek medical attention if any respiratory symptoms develop. In case of skin contact Rinse with copious amounts of water and wash thoroughly with soap and water for 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. If irritation or discomfort develops seek medical attention. Rinse eyes with running water, checking for and removing contact lenses.Continue for at least 15 minutes. In case of eye contact Seek medical attention. If swallowed If swallowed, wash out mouth with water if person is conscious. Seek medical attention.