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2. Composition/Information on Ingredients:
3. Hazards Identification:
According to Hazardous Products Regulations (HPR) (SOR/2015-17)
Label elements
Pictogram:
Hazard Statement:
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H302 Harmful if swallowed.
protection.
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other
4. First-Aid Measures:
Description of first aid measures
General advice:
First aid personnel should pay attention to their own safety. If the patient is likely to become
unconscious, place and transport in stable sideways position (recovery position). Immediately
If inhaled:
Keep patient calm, remove to fresh air. Assist in breathing if necessary. Consult a physician.
If on skin:
Flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Immediate medical attention required.
If in eyes:
In case of contact with the eyes, rinse immediately for at least 15 minutes with plenty of water.
If swallowed:
Rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting.
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5. Fire-Fighting Measures:
Suitable extinguishing media:
carbon monoxide,
The substances/groups of substances mentioned can be released if the product is involved in a fire.
Further information:
Collect contaminated extinguishing water separately, do not allow to reach sewage or effluent
systems.
6. Disposal to Environment:
Do not empty into drains.
For residues: Pick up with suitable absorbent material (e.g. acid binder). Dispose of absorbed
Ensure thorough ventilation of stores and work areas. Sealed containers should be protected against
Suitable materials for containers: Stainless steel 1.4571, Stainless steel 1.4404, High density
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polyethylene (HDPE), Low density polyethylene (LDPE), glass
Storage stability:
Formic Acid OSHA PEL 5 ppm 9 mg/m3 ; TWA value 5 ppm 9 mg/m3 ;
Respiratory protection:
Wear the following respiratory protection if exposure limits may be exceeded: Wear a NIOSH-
Hand protection:
Eye protection:
Body protection:
Body protection must be chosen depending on activity and possible exposure, e.g. apron, protecting
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
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Boiling Point 100.8°C
Flash Point 69°C
CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Incompatibility with various substances: Highly reactive with oxidizing agents. Reactive with organic
materials, metals, acids, alkalis.
Corrosivity: Highly corrosive in presence of copper. Corrosive in presence of stainless steel (304). Non-
corrosive in presence of glass, of aluminum, of stainless steel (316).
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Formic acid is a strong reducing agent. Decomposes slowly during
storage! Vent Container At Least Monthly. Formic acid may react with alkalis and oxidizing materials
such as peroxides, nitric acid, and chromic acid. It is also incompatible with concentrated Sulfuric Acid,
Nitromethane, finely powdered metals, permanganates, strong bases, and oxidizing agents. (Formic
acid) Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Corrosive to metals
Acute Toxicity/Effects
Acute toxicity
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Assessment of acute toxicity: Of moderate toxicity after single ingestion. Of pronounced toxicity after
short-term inhalation. The toxicity of the product is based on its corrosivity.
Oral
Inhalation
Exposure time: 4 h
Dermal:
Eye:
As the product corrodes the skin, it can be expected to have a similar effect on the eyes also.
Genetic toxicity:
Assessment of mutagenicity: No mutagenic effect was found in various tests with bacteria and
Genetic toxicity in vitro: Ames-test with and without metabolic activation negative
Carcinogenicity
Assessment of carcinogenicity: The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from
substances/products of a similar structure or composition. The results of various animal studies gave no
indication of a carcinogenic effect.
Reproductive toxicity
Assessment of reproduction toxicity: The product has not been tested. The statement has been
derived from substances/products of a similar structure or composition. The results of animal studies
Teratogenicity
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Assessment of teratogenicity: The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived
Elimination information
100 % DOC reduction (9 d) (OECD 301E/92/69/EEC, C.4-B) (aerobic, municipal sewage treatment
plant effluent)
Dispose of in accordance with national, state and local regulations. Do not discharge into waterways
Products of Biodegradation: Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely.
However, long term degradation products may arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are less toxic than the product
itself.
Land transport
TDG
Hazard class: 8
Packing group: II
ID number: UN 1779
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Hazard label: 8, 3
Sea transport
IMDG
Hazard class: 8
Packing group: II
ID number: UN 1779
Hazard label: 8, 3
Marine pollutant: NO
Air transport
IATA/ICAO
Hazard class: 8
Packing group: II
ID number: UN 1779
Hazard label: 8, 3
WHMIS (Canada): CLASS B-3: Combustible liquid with a flash point between 37.8°C (100°F) and 93.3°C
(200°F). CLASS E: Corrosive liquid.
HMIS (U.S.A.)
Health Hazard: 3, Fire Hazard: 2, Reactivity: 0,
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 3, Flammability: 2, Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard
Protective Equipment: Gloves. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified
respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate.
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