What risk and safety phrases are used by the EU Classification and Labelling Information System?
EU RISK PHRASES :
Causes severe burns [R35]
EU SAFETY PHRASES :
Keep locked up and out of reach of children.* In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable gloves. Wear eye/face protection. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible).
[S:(1/2-)*26-37/39-45].
*This safety phrase can be omitted from the label when the substance or preparation is sold for industrial use only.
Safety phrases relate to the highest concentration division indicated, but may also be applicable to lower concentrations.
EU COMMENTS :
CONCENTRATION GREATER THAN OR EQUAL TO 5%: Corrosive. Causes severe burns. [C.; R35].
CONCENTRATION LESS THAN 5% AND GREATER THAN OR EQUAL TO 2%: Corrosive.Causes burns. [C; R34].
CONCENTRATION LESS THAN 2% AND GREATER THAN OR EQUAL TO 0.5%: Irritant.
Irritant to eyes and skin. [Xi; R36/38].