2,2"-Bipyridinium chlorochromate

Hazard statements

T Toxic O Oxidizing N Dangerous for the environment Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment R 49 May cause cancer by inhalation. R 8 Contact with combustible material may cause fire. R 43 May cause sensitization by skin contact. R 50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic

Classification system

HMIS ratings (scale 0-4) (Hazardous Materials Identification System) HEALTH 3 Health (acute effects) = 3 FIRE 1 Flammability = 1 Reactivity = 2 REACTIVITY 2

2.2 Label elements

Danger 2.14/2 - May intensify fire; oxidizer. Danger 3.6/1B - May cause cancer. Warning 4.1/1 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Warning 3.4/1 - May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Use personal protective equipment as required.

Response

IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Specific treatment (see label). If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. In case of fire Use for extinction CO2, powder or water spray Collect spillage.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.