Sodium pentachlorophenolate safety data
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.
GHS classification
Pictograms, signal word and hazard classes of the GHS classification
Hazard classes and categories
- Acute Tox. 3 (oral)
- Acute Tox. 3 (dermal)
- Skin Irrit. 2
- Eye Irrit. 2
- Acute Tox. 1/2 (inhalation)
- STOT SE 3 (respiratory irritation)
- Carc. 2
- Aquatic Acute 1
- Aquatic Chronic 1
Hazard statements
H codes grouped by type. Percentages show the share of classification notifications that report the statement
Health hazards
- H301Toxic if swallowed.
- H311Toxic in contact with skin.
- H315Causes skin irritation.
- H319Causes serious eye irritation.
- H330Fatal if inhaled.
- H335May cause respiratory irritation.
- H351Suspected of causing cancer.
Environmental hazards
- H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
- H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements
P codes for prevention, response, storage and disposal
Prevention
- P203Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
- P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
- P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
- P262Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
- P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
- P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
- P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- P273Avoid release to the environment.
- P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
- P284In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
Response
- P301 + P316If swallowed: Get emergency medical help immediately.
- P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
- P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P316Get emergency medical help immediately.
- P318If exposed or concerned, get medical advice.
- P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
- P320Specific treatment is urgent (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P330Rinse mouth.
- P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
- P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
- P361 + P364Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
- P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
- P391Collect spillage.
Storage
- P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- P405Store locked up.
Disposal
- P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
Handling, storage and disposal
Summaries only, follow the supplier SDS for your grade
Safe handling
General: PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
Inhalation: Use local exhaust or breathing protection.
Skin: Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Eyes: Wear safety goggles or face shield.
Ingestion: Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.
Storage
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room.
Disposal
The following wastewater treatment technologies have been investigated for sodium pentachlorophenol: Concentration process: Biological treatment. Incineration of wastewater sprayed over chips or wood shavings is... /used/.... The incineration process /must/ be carefully controlled.... /Although burning of chemical wastes is frequently recommended, the opinion is that incineration technology has not uniformly been sufficiently perfected to assure that hazardous products are not released into the environment during the incineration process./... Ultimate disposal of... sludges /from chemical flocculation, biological treatment, and evaporation systems/ in the past has been landfills.... PCP /may be degraded by microorganisms and photodecomposition/. /Pentachlorophenol/
Exposure limits and toxicity
Occupational exposure limits and toxicity data
Short-term exposure: The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Inhalation may cause lung oedema. The substance may cause effects on the cardiovascular system and central nervous system. Exposure at high levels could cause unconsciousness and death. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated. Long-term exposure: May cause chloracne. The substance may have effects on the central nervous system, kidneys and liver. Tumours have been detected in experimental animals but may not be relevant to humans.
Transport information
UN dangerous goods classification for road, sea and air
- UN number
- UN 2567
- Transport hazard class
- 6.1
- Packing group
- II
Shipping rules depend on mode, quantity and packaging. Confirm the classification with the supplier SDS and your freight forwarder.
Supplier safety data sheets
SDS documents uploaded by suppliers who list this chemical
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