General Information
Revision date
2009-02-06
Product name
Hexachloroplatinic(IV) Acid Hexahydrate
Product Synonyms
Platinic Chloride
CAS No.
18497-13-7
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Other non-specified industry: Analytical reagent
supplier name
EMD Chemicals Inc
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300
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Company Information
company name
EMD Chemicals Inc
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Emergency overview : DANGER! CAUSES EYE AND SKIN BURNS. HARMFUL IF INHALED OR SWALLOWED. CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT IRRITATION. May cause sensitization by inhalation. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Do not ingest. Do not get in eyes or on skin or clothing. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Wash thoroughly after handling. Physical state : Solid. [Deliquescent crystals.]
Principle Routes of Exposure
Inhalation. Ingestion.
Potential Acute Health Effects
Inhalation : Toxic by inhalation. Irritating to respiratory system. Ingestion : Toxic if swallowed. May cause burns to mouth, throat and stomach. Skin : Corrosive to the skin. Causes burns. Eyes : Corrosive to eyes. Causes burns. Potential chronic health effects Carcinogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Mutagenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Teratogenic Effects
No known significant effects or critical hazards. Developmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Fertility effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Medical conditions aggravated by over- exposure : None known. See toxicological information (section 11)
