CAUSTIC SODA 20%

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazardous Components Specific chemical identity and/or exact percentage of components has been withheld in accordance with a trade

Signal word

DANGER!

Prevention

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Causes serious eye damage Wash thoroughly after handling Causes damage to organs Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection May be corrosive to metals Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Keep only in original container

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove all contaminated clothing immediately. 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 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do – continue rinsing. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage

Storage

Store locked up Store in a corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner

Precautionary statements

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