AMMONIUM 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

result in GHS classification: 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 1B 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

Chronic hazards to the aquatic Category 1 Unknown toxicity - Environment Acute hazards to the aquatic 100 % 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. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. May cause genetic defects. May cause cancer. May damage fertility or the unborn child. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. 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. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. Rinse mouth. 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. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. If experiencing respiratory symptoms Call a POISON CENTER/doctor. IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Collect spillage.

Storage

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

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. Other hazards which do not None. result in GHS classification

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