Potassium Dichromate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H300, H311, H314, H317, H330, H334, H340, H350, H360, H372, H410

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard Classification

Physical hazards

Oxidizing solids Category 2

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 2 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Inhalation - dust and Category 1 mist) Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Respiratory sensitizer Category 1 Skin sensitizer Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1A Toxic to reproduction Category 1B Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Category 1 Repeated Exposure Unknown toxicity - Health Acute toxicity, inhalation, vapor 100 % Acute toxicity, inhalation, dust 100 % or mist

Environmental hazards

Acute hazards to the aquatic Category 1 Chronic hazards to the aquatic Category 1 Unknown toxicity - Environment Acute hazards to the aquatic Chronic hazards to the aquatic 100 %

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidizer. Fatal if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin. Fatal if inhaled. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause genetic defects. May cause cancer. May damage fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Specific treatment (see on this label). Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. Hazard(s) not otherwise None.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical Hazards Oxidizing solids Category 2 Health Hazards Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 2 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Inhalation - dust and Category 1 mist) Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Respiratory sensitizer Category 1 Skin sensitizer Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1A Toxic to reproduction Category 1B Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Category 1 Repeated Exposure Unknown toxicity - Health Acute toxicity, inhalation, vapor 100 % Acute toxicity, inhalation, dust 100 % or mist Environmental Hazards Acute hazards to the aquatic Category 1 environment Chronic hazards to the aquatic Category 1 environment Unknown toxicity - Environment Acute hazards to the aquatic 0 % environment Chronic hazards to the aquatic 100 % environment