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Environmental sustainability and safety
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Risk (R) and Safety (S) phrases characterise hazardous chemical substances or formulations. R-phrases give a hint of harmful features. S-phrases describe the safe handling of hazardous substances.

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Glyoxal |
Glutaraldehyde |
Formaldehyde |
| R20 Harmful by inhalation. |
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| R23 Toxic by inhalation. |
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| R24 Toxic in contact with skin. |
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| R25 Toxic if swallowed. |
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| R34 Causes burns. |
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| R36 Irritating to eyes. |
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| R38 Irritating to skin. |
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| R42 May cause sensitization by inhalation. |
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| R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact. |
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| R68 Possible risk of irreversible effects. (Mutagen Category 3) |
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| R40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. (Carcinogen Category 3) |
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| R50 Very toxic to aquatic organisms. |
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| Safety Phrases |
Glyoxal |
Glutaraldehyde |
Formaldehyde |
| S1 Keep locked up. |
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| S2 Keep out of reach of children. |
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| S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
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| S36 Wear suitable protective clothing. |
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| S37 Wear suitable gloves. |
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| S39 Wear eye/face protection. |
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| S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell seek medical
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| S51 Use only in well-ventilated areas. |
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| S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special
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