SODIUM DICHROMATE, DIHYDRATE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H301, H312, H314, H317, H330, H334, H340, H350, H360FD, H372, H410

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. DANGEROUS GOODS. [1] Sensitisation (Skin) Category 1, Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1, Acute Toxicity (Inhalation) Category 1, Sensitisation (Respiratory) Category 1, Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 1B, Carcinogenicity Category 1A, Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B, Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure Category 1, Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment Long-Term Hazard Category 1 Page 1 continued... Legend: 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HCIS; 3. Classification drawn from

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser. H301 Toxic if swallowed. H312 Harmful in contact with skin. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H330 Fatal if inhaled. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H340 May cause genetic defects. H350 May cause cancer. H360FD May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child. H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume. P264 Wash all exposed external body areas thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.

Response

P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If more than 15 mins from Doctor, INDUCE VOMITING (if conscious). P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P342+P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use alcohol resistant foam or fine spray/water fog to extinguish.

Storage

P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation.