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EC/CAS
7778-50-9
Name of the chemical
Potassium dichromate
Concentration
>98
General Information
Revision date
2024-02-12
Product name
Potassium Dichromate, Crystal, ACS
Product Synonyms
Bichromate of potash; Dipotassium dichromate; Potassium bichromate; Potassium
CAS No.
7778-50-9
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300, 703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Columbus Chemical Industries, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H272, H301, H312, H314, H317, H330, H334, H335, H340, H350, H360, H372
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H272
May intensify fire; oxidiser
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1A Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Oxidizing solids Category 2 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) Not applicable Label elements Danger Hazard statements H301 - Toxic if swallowed H312 - Harmful in contact with skin H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H330 - Fatal if inhaled H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled H335 - May cause respiratory irritation H340 - May cause genetic defects H350 - May cause cancer H360 - May damage fertility or the unborn child H372 - Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H272 - May intensify fire; oxidizer Precautionary Statements - Prevention P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P260 - Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P284 - Wear respiratory protection P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P210 - Keep away from heat P220 - Keep/Store away from clothing/ combustible materials P221 - Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Precautionary Statements - Response P321 - Specific treatment (see First-Aid Measures on SDS) P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P320 - Specific treatment is urgent (see First-Aid Measures on SDS) P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower P312 - Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell P333 + P313 - If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P301 + P310 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P330 - Rinse mouth P331 - Do NOT induce vomiting P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish Precautionary Statements - Storage P405 - Store locked up P403 + P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Precautionary statements
Disposal P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant
Further information
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1A Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Oxidizing solids Category 2 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) Not applicable