Potassium bromate

Physical hazards

Oxidizing solids Category 1

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 3 Carcinogenicity Category 1B

Environmental hazards

Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer. Toxic if swallowed. May cause cancer.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat. Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a poison center/doctor. If on clothing Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes. If exposed or concerned Get medical advice/attention. Rinse mouth. In case of fire Use appropriate media to extinguish. In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

None.