Ammonium Persulfate

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview CORROSIVE - CAUSES IRREVERSIBLE EYE (AND SKIN) DAMAGE Risk of serious damage to eyes May cause allergic respiratory reaction May cause allergic skin reaction OXIDISERS Appearance crystalline Physical state Solid Odour Odourless

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Oxidising solids Category 3 Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 5 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Respiratory sensitisation Category 1 Skin sensitisation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure Category 3

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Danger

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidiser Harmful if swallowed May be harmful if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause respiratory irritation

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention 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 CENTRE or doctor IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting In case of fire: Use water spray to extinguish

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations as applicable

Other physicochemical hazards

Promotes the combustion (oxidiser). Can cause fire and explosion when in contact with flammable substances. Any material contaminated with the product (e.g. clothes) ignites easily and burns vigorously - increased fire hazard.

Health hazards

Immediate Health Effects: Harmful. Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion or skin contact) to substance may be delayed. If symptoms persist, call a doctor. Contact may cause burns to skin and eyes. Risk of serious damage to eyes. Impairment of vision. Allergic reactions (sensitiser). Symptoms of allergic reaction may include rash, itching, swelling, trouble breathing, tingling of the hands and feet, dizziness, lightheadedness, chest pain, muscle pain, or flushing. Signs and symptoms may include coughing, gasping, choking and difficulty breathing.

Potential chronic health

Not applicable

Environmental hazards

Not applicable

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Not applicable