![]() ![]() If it can be done safely, continue flushing during transport to hospital. Immediately flush with lukewarm, gently flowing water for at least 60 minutes. Quickly and gently blot or brush away excess chemical. Quickly take off contaminated clothing, shoes and leather goods (e.g. Wear chemical protective clothing if necessary. Call a Poison Centre or doctor if the victim feels unwell. What are first aid measures for sodium hydroxide? Mutagenicity: Not known to be a mutagen.Reproductive Toxicity: Not known to be a reproductive hazard.Teratogenicity / Embryotoxicity: Not known to harm the unborn child.American Conference for Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH): Not specifically designated. International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC): Not specifically designated. Carcinogenicity: Not known to cause cancer.Can cause dry, red, cracked skin (dermatitis) following skin contact. ![]() Effects of Long-Term (Chronic) Exposure: Conclusions cannot be drawn from the limited studies available.Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps and diarrhea. Ingestion: Can burn the lips, tongue, throat and stomach.Permanent damage including blindness can result. Contact causes severe burns with redness, swelling, pain and blurred vision. Burns may not be immediately painful onset of pain may be delayed minutes to hours. Contact can cause pain, redness, burns, and blistering. Can cause severe irritation of the nose and throat. Inhalation: Not expected to be an inhalation hazard unless it becomes an airborne dust or mist. ![]()
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