2H,2H,3H,3H-Perfluorooctanoic acid

Company name

LGC Standards

E-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet

lgcusa@lgcgroup.com, sds-request@lgcgroup.com

Signal word

Danger

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classified according to OSHA. Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Effects on or via lactation Yes Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Classified according to OSHA. Harmful if swallowed Harmful if inhaled Causes serious eye damage Suspected of causing cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause harm to breast-fed children May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell Rinse mouth

Storage

Store locked up

Precautionary statements

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

Further information

No information available.