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Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

Basic Slag - Powder

by LGC Limited

SDS · PDF, approx. 220 KB CRA · PDF, approx. 180 KB

Basic Slag - Powder is supplied by LGC Limited under product code ECRM-B 879-1. This page provides both the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and the Chemical Risk Assessment (CRA) for this substance, under GHS/CLP regulations for UK workplace use under COSHH. The full SDS and CRA documents are available to download above.

This SDS was last revised on 12 October 2022. The matching CRA is updated in line with SDS revisions. Workplaces handling this substance should retain a current SDS and risk assessment for the duration of use.

Language: English
Regulation: GHS/CLP
Revision Date: 12 Oct 2022
Signal Word: DANGER
Product Code: ECRM-B 879-1
CAS Number: —

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: DANGER

GHS07Harmful / irritant

GHS05Corrosive

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

H302: Harmful if swallowed.
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
EUH014: Reacts violently with water.

Need the full hazard breakdown? Precautionary statements, first aid, physical properties and exposure controls are in the full SDS PDF.

Common QuestionsAbout this Safety Data Sheet

Chemical Risk Assessment SummaryFrom the Chemical Risk Assessment

Assessment Summary

This Chemical Risk Assessment is derived from the Safety Data Sheet for Basic Slag - Powder issued by Lgc Limited on 12 October 2022 It presents the substance's hazards organised by risk level, with the relevant regulatory statements and recommended controls for each. These hazards are rated across three levels: High, Medium and Low Risk, based on the hazard classifications in the SDS.

Hazard PreviewA snapshot of substance hazards and controls

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P405 Store locked up

P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

5 other controls in place

Rating Before Controls

MEDIUM RISK

H302: Harmful if swallowed

P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.

P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P330 Rinse mouth

P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwel

Rating Before Controls

LOW RISK

H335: May cause respiratory irritation

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

P405 Store locked up

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell

1 other control in place

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Recommended Control MeasuresKey PPE and handling controls

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Common QuestionsAbout this Risk Assessment

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