Typical Human Hazard and Precautionary Statements
Toxicity Category | Systemic effects (oral, dermal, inhalation toxicity) | Irritation effects (skin and eye) | Sensitizer (There are no categories of sensitization.) |
I | Fatal (poisonous) if swallowed [inhaled or absorbed through skin]. Do not breathe vapor [dust or spray mist]. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. [Front panel first aid statement required.] | Corrosive, causes eye and skin damage [or skin irritation]. Do not get in eyes on skin, or on clothing. Wear goggles or face shield and rubber gloves when handling. Harmful or fatal if swallowed. [Front panel first aid statement required.] | If product is a sensitizer: Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may cause allergic reactions in some individuals. |
II | May be fatal if swallowed, [inhaled or absorbed through the skin]. Do not breathe vapors [dust or spray mist]. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. [Appropriate first aid statement required.] | Causes eye [and skin] irritation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Harmful if swallowed. [Appropriate first aid statement required.] | |
III | Harmful if swallowed [inhaled or absorbed through the skin]. Avoid breathing vapors [dust or spray mist]. Avoid contact with skin [eyes or clothing]. [Appropriate first aid statement required.] | Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. | |
IV | No precautionary statements required | No precautionary statements required. |
40 C.F.R. §156.70