Survey and release of chemical substances in "slimy" toys

Chemical name CAS no. EINECS no. Classification Text
Boron 7440-42-8 231-151-2   According to Miljøstyrelsen 2004 a proposal
to classifiy boron the same as boric acid
has been submitted.
According to the 30th ATP, draft, boric acid,
CAS no. 10043-35-3, is proposed classified
Repr.Cat.2;R60 - 61, i.e. May impair fertility,
May cause harm to the unborn child
Copper 7440-50-8 231-159-6    
Nickel 7440-02-0 231-111-4 Carc3;R40
R43
Limited evidence of carcinogenic effects
May cause sensitization by skin contact
Selenium 7782-49-2 231-957-4 T; R23/25
R33
R53
Toxic by inhalation and if swallowed.
Danger of cumulative effects.
May cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment
Zinc 7440-66-6 231-175-3 N; R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause
long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment

Table 7.4 Classification of inorganic substances

 



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