Sodium Dichromate, Dihydrate Technical

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H300, H312+H332, H314, H334, H340, H350, H360, H372, H410

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

2.3 Other hazards

Oxidizer, Carcinogen, Target organ effect, Toxic by inhalation, Highly toxic by ingestion Harmful by skin absorption, Respiratory sensitizer, Corrosive, Teratogen, Reproductive hazard, Mutagen. Target Organs: Kidney, Liver

Signal word

Danger

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Oxidizing solids Category 2 Acute toxicity, Oral Category 2 Acute toxicity, Inhalation Category 4 Acute toxicity, Dermal Category 4 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. H300 Fatal if swallowed. H312+H332 Harmful 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. 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. P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials. P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustible. P260 Do not breathe dusts or mists. 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. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P284 In case of inadequate ventilation, wear respiratory protection. P301+P310+P353 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. P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P342+P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use water spray, dry chemical or carbon dioxide to extinguish. P391 Collect spillage. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Potential health effects

Eyes Causes severe eye burns. Contact rapidly causes severe damage. Inhalation May be fatal if inhaled. Material is extremely destructive to the tissue of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Causes burns to the respiratory tract. Skin May be harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin burns. Prolonged or repeated skin exposure may cause dermatitis. Ingestion May be fatal if swallowed. Severe and rapid corrosive burns of the mouth, gullet and gastrointestinal tract will result if swallowed.

HMIS® ratings

Health 3 Health 3 Flammability 0 Fire 0 Reactivity 2 Reactivity 3 Specific hazard OX Personal E