POTASSIUM PERIODATE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H302, H314, H371

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Oxidizing Solids: Category 2 of the Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 1 Substance/Mixture Specific target organ toxicity - Single Exposure Category 3 (respiratory tract irritation) Acute Toxicity - Oral - Category 4

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H371 May cause damage to organs.

Hazard pictograms

Flame over circle,Corrosion, Health Hazard , Exclamation mark

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/.../combustible materials. P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles ... P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use flooding quantities of water for extinction. Precautionary P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Storage

P405 Store locked up. Precautionary P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.