Potassium Dichromate Crystal, ACS

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H301, H310+H330, H314, H334, H340, H350, H360, H372, H410

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

2.3 Other hazards

Carcinogen, Target organ effect, Highly toxic by inhalation, Highly toxic by ingestion, Highly toxic by skin absorption, Respiratory sensitizer, Corrosive, Teratogen, Mutagen Target Organs: Lungs, Kidneys, Blood

Signal word

Danger

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Oxidizing solids Category 2 Acute toxicity, Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity, Dermal Category 1 Acute toxicity, Inhalation Category 2 Skin corrosion Category 1B Serious eye damage Category 1 Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1B Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure, Inhalation Category 1 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 1

Hazard statements

H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer. H301 Toxic if swallowed. H310+H330 Fatal in contact with skin or if inhaled. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. 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 if inhaled. H410 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. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P284 In case of inadequate ventilation, wear respiratory protection. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. 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/doctor/physician. P342+P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.

Potential health effects

Eyes Causes eye burns. Inhalation May be fatal if inhaled. Material is extremely destructive to the tissue of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Skin May be fatal if absorbed through skin. Causes skin burns. Ingestion May be fatal if swallowed.

HMIS® ratings

Health 4 Health 4 Flammability 0 Fire 0 Reactivity 1 Reactivity 1 Specific hazard OX