Chromic acid

Hazard statements (CLP)

H271, H301, H311, H314, H317, H330, H334, H340, H350, H361, H372

Code

Statements

H271

May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS03 Flame over circle Oxidizing Solids - Category 1 GHS06 Skull and crossbones Acute Toxicity (Oral) - Category 3 Acute Toxicity (Dermal) – Category 3 Acute Toxicity (Inhalation) - Category 2 GHS08 Health hazard Respiratory Sensitizer - Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity - Category 1B Carcinogenicity - Category 1A Reproductive Toxicity - Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure - Category 1 GHS05 Corrosion Skin Corrosion - Category 1A H271 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer. H301 Toxic if swallowed. H311 Toxic in contact with skin. H330 Fatal if inhaled. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H340 May cause genetic defects. H350 May cause cancer. H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H372 Causes damage to the respiratory system through prolonged or repeated exposure. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. GHS07 Skin Sensitizer - Category 1 H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.

2.2 Label elements

The substance is classified and labeled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS)

Hazard pictograms

GHS03 GHS05 GHS06 GHS08

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer. Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin. Fatal if inhaled. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause genetic defects. May cause cancer. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to the respiratory system through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Precautionary statements

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Wear fire resistant or flame retardant clothing. [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection. If swallowed: Immediately call a poison center/doctor. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. Specific treatment is urgent (see on this label). Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a poison center/doctor. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. In case of fire Use for extinction CO2, powder or water spray In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Store separately. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Classification system

NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4) 0 Health = 3 3 1 Fire = 0 OX Reactivity = 1 The substance possesses oxidizing properties. · HMIS-ratings (scale 0 - 4) HEALTH 3 Health = 3 0 Fire = 0 FIRE REACTIVITY 1 Reactivity = 1