Chromerge

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H301, H301+H311, H311, H314, H317, H330, H334, H340, H350, H361, H361f, H372, H400, H410

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

· Classification

Health hazards

(Contd. of page 1) Resp. Sens. 1 H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. Muta. 1B H340 May cause genetic defects. Carc. 1A H350 May cause cancer. Repr. 2 H361f Suspected of damaging fertility. STOT RE 1 H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. corrosion Skin Corr. 1A H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Environmental hazards

Aquatic Acute 1 H400 Very toxic to aquatic life. Aquatic Chronic 1 H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Skin Sens. 1 H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.

EU Classification

Directive 67/548/EEC or Directive 1999/45/EC T+; Very toxic R26: Very toxic by inhalation. T; Toxic R45-46-24/25: May cause cancer. May cause heritable genetic damage. Toxic in contact with skin and if swallowed. C; Corrosive R35: Causes severe burns. Xn; Harmful R48-62: Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure. Possible risk of impaired fertility. Xn; Sensitising R42/43: May cause sensitisation by inhalation and skin contact. Xi; Irritant R37: Irritating to respiratory system. O; Oxidising R8: Contact with combustible material may cause fire. (Contd. of page 2) N; Dangerous for the environment R50/53: Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. R67: Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness. · Information concerning particular hazards for human and environment: The product has to be labelled due to the calculation procedure of the "General Classification guideline for preparations of the EU" in the latest valid version.

Classification system

The classification is according to the latest editions of the EU-lists, and extended by company and literature data. The classification is in accordance with the latest editions of international substances lists, and is supplemented by information from technical literature and by information provided by the company.

2.2 Label elements

· Labelling

Hazard pictograms

This pictogram only applicable for EU regulations. Not for use in the United States (OSHA GHS). GHS03 GHS05 GHS06 GHS08 GHS09

Signal word

Danger

Hazardous Ingredients

chromium (VI) trioxide

Hazard statements

The following Hazard Statements are applicable only to the EU regulations and not the US GHS regulation: H361f, H410. The following Hazard Statements are applicable only

Precautionary statements

P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. P260 Do not breathe mist/vapours/spray. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. 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. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P370+P378 In case of fire Use for extinction CO2, powder or water spray P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. · Additional information: Restricted to professional users. · Hazard description: · WHMIS-symbols: C - Oxidizing materials D1A - Very toxic material causing immediate and serious toxic effects D2A - Very toxic material causing other toxic effects E - Corrosive material · NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4) 1 Health = 3 3 0 Fire = 1 OX Reactivity = 0 This substance possesses oxidizing properties. · HMIS-ratings (scale 0 - 4) *3 Health = *3 HEALTH FIRE 1 Fire = 1 REACTIVITY 0 Reactivity = 0 * - Indicates a long term health hazard from repeated or prolonged exposures. · HMIS Long Term Health Hazard Substances 1333-82-0 chromium (VI) trioxide · 2.3 Other hazards · Results of PBT and vPvB assessment · PBT: Not applicable. (Contd. of page 4) · vPvB: Not applicable.