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Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

Cadmium Solution

by LGC Limited

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

Cadmium Solution is supplied by LGC Limited under product code EPY0001997. 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 11 April 2019. 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: 11 Apr 2019
Signal Word: DANGER
Product Code: EPY0001997
CAS Number: 7697-37-2,7440-43-9

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: DANGER

GHS05Corrosive

GHS07Harmful / irritant

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

H290: May be corrosive to metals.
H315: Causes skin irritation.
H318: Causes serious eye damage.
H350: May cause cancer.

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 Cadmium Solution issued by Lgc Limited on 11 April 2019 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 two levels: High and Low Risk, based on the hazard classifications in the SDS.

Hazard PreviewA snapshot of substance hazards and controls

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H350: May cause cancer

P201 Obtain special instructions before use

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and un-derstood.

P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P405 Store locked up

P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H318: Causes serious eye damage

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

P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H290: May be corrosive to metals

P234 Keep only in original container

P406 Store in corrosive resistant/… container with a resistant inner liner

P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

Note: This is a preview of the substance's hazards. A substance commonly carries more hazards. Download the full Chemical Risk Assessment for more information.

Recommended Control MeasuresKey PPE and handling controls

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Common QuestionsAbout this Risk Assessment

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