Does Chlorine meet any of the Canadian WHMIS hazard criteria?
Chlorine meets the Canadian WHMIS criteria for class(es):
A - Compressed gas
C - Oxidizing material
D1A - Poisonous and infectious material - Immediate and serious effects - Very toxic
D2A - Poisonous and infectious material - Other effects - Very toxic
E - Corrosive material
Is it classified by OSHA (U.S. Occupational Health and Safety Administration)?
Meets criteria for hazardous material, as defined by 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Does Chlorine meet the criteria for the European Union (EU) Classification and Labelling Information system?
It meets the EU criteria for class(es):
Toxic. Irritant. [T;Xi]
What risk and safety phrases are used by the EU Classification and Labelling Information System?
EU RISK PHRASES :
Toxic by inhalation. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Very toxic to aquatic organisms. [R:23-36/37/38-50]
EU SAFETY PHRASES :
Keep locked up and out of the reach of children.* Keep container tightly closed in a well ventilated place. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible). Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheet. [S:(1/2-)*9-45-61]
*This safety phrase can be omitted from the label when the substance or preparation is sold for industrial use only.
