General Information
Revision date
2021-03-24
Product name
Ammonium Persulfate
CAS No.
7727-54-0
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Company Information
company name
Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
support@bio-rad.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Oxidizing solids Category 3
2.3 Other hazards
Not applicable
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed 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 May intensify fire; oxidizer Appearance crystalline Physical state Solid Odor Odorless
Prevention
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Do not breathe dusts or mists. Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Keep away from heat. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or 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 or doctor IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations as applicable Unknown acute toxicity
