Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

Polyhexanide 20% In Water

Name: Polyhexanide 20% In Water
Brand: Fagron Inc

by Fagron Inc

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

Polyhexanide 20% In Water is supplied by Fagron Inc under product code 104258. This page provides both the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and the Chemical Risk Assessment (CRA) for this substance, under OSHA regulations for UK workplace use under COSHH. The full SDS and CRA documents are available to download above.

This SDS was last revised on 31 July 2017. 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: OSHA
Revision Date: 31 Jul 2017
Signal Word: DANGER
Product Code: 104258
CAS Number: —

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: DANGER

GHS06Acute toxicity

GHS05Corrosive

GHS07Harmful / irritant

GHS08Health hazard

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

H331: Toxic if inhaled.
H318: Causes serious eye damage.
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H351: Suspected of causing cancer.
H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

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 Polyhexanide 20% In Water issued by Fagron Inc on 31 July 2017 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

H331: Toxic if inhaled

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

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

P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool

P233 Keep container tightly closed.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P405 Store locked up

3 other controls in place

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

H351: Suspected of causing 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.

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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