Potassium Bromate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H271, H301, H350

Code

Statements

H271

May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Oxidizing liquids or solids (Category A) Acute toxicity, Oral (Category C) Carcinogenicity (Category A)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H271 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer. H301 Toxic if swallowed. H350 May cause cancer.

Prevention

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 combustibles. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P283 Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing.

Response

P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P306 + P360 IF ON CLOTHING: rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P330 Rinse mouth. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction. P371 + P380 + P375 In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.

Storage

P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant. Restricted to professional users.