Potassium Chromate, Crystal, ACS

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H301, H315, H317, H319, H335, H340, H350, H411

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard pictograms

GHS Classification Oxidizing solid Category 2 Acute toxicity, Oral Category 3 Skin irritation Category 2 Eye irritation Category 2A Skin sensitization Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure Category 3 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 1

Hazard statements

H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer. H301 Toxic if swallowed. H315 Causes skin irritation. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H340 May cause genetic defects. H350 May cause cancer. H411 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. P220 Keep/Store away from clothing and other combustible materials. P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact P305+P351+P338 lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P330 Rinse mouth. P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.

Potential health effects

Eyes Causes eye irritation. Inhalation May be harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. Skin May be harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin irritation. Ingestion Toxic if swallowed.

HMIS® ratings

Health 3 Health 3 Flammability 0 Fire 0 Reactivity 0 Reactivity 0 Specific hazard Not Available Personal E

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Oxidizing solid Category 2 Acute toxicity, Oral Category 3 Skin irritation Category 2 Eye irritation Category 2A Skin sensitization Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure Category 3 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 1