Classification and labelling of Antimony Metal

Classification and labelling according to CLP/GHS

Antimony is currently not classified according to Annex VI of regulation (EC) 1272/2008, Index No. 051-003-00-9.

However, based on the read across from diantimony trioxide (CAS 1309-64-4) to antimony (CAS 7440-36-0) the following self-classification and labelling is proposed:

Antimony powder (Representative sample)

State/form of substance: powder

Remarks: respirable fraction

Classification
Carc. 2 (H351)

Labelling
Signal word	Warning
Hazard pictogram	GHS08: health hazard
Hazard statements	H351: suspected of causing cancer by inhalation
Precautionary statements	P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P281: Use personal protective equipment as required P308+P313: IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P405: Store locked up.

Antimony massive (Representative sample)

State/form of substance: solid.

Remarks: non-respirable fraction, massive.

No classification, hence no labelling.

Antimony - composition high As

State/form of substance: massive.

Remarks: non-respirable fraction, massive.

Classification
Aquaric chronic 3 (H412) Signal word: none

Hazard statements	H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements	P501: Dispose of contents/container to: in accordance with local regulation P273: Avoid release to the environment.

Labelling
Derogation from labelling requirements for the massive antimony metal in accordance with Article 23 (d) of the CLP.

Classification and labelling according to DSD (Annex I of Directive 67/548/EEC)

Antimony is not legally classified as laid down in Annex I of Directive 67/548/EC. However, based on the read across from diantimony trioxide (CAS 1309-64-4) to antimony (CAS 7440-36-0) the following self-classification and labelling is proposed:

Antimony powder (Representative sample)

Remarks: respirable fraction

Classification
Carc. Cat. 3; R40

Labelling
Indication of danger	Xn - harmful
R-phrases	R40 - limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect
S-phrases	S2 - keep out of the reach of children S22 - do not breathe dust S36/37 - wear suitable protective clothing and gloves

Antimony massive (Representative sample)

Remarks: non-respirable fraction, massive.

No classification, hence no labelling.

Antimony - composition high As

Remarks: non-respirable fraction, solid.

Classification
R52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

R-phrases	R52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
S-phrases	S61 - avoid release to the environment. refer to special instructions/safety data sheets

Labelling
Derogation from labelling requirements for the massive antimony metal in accordance with 8.3 of Directive 67/548/EC.