ACTANE 36

Hazard statements (CLP)

H301

Code

Statements

H301

Toxic if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Physical state Solid. [Powder.] Odor Pungent.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Dermal contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.

Potential Acute Health Effects

Inhalation Very toxic by inhalation. Can cause target organ damage. Corrosive to the respiratory system. May cause severe irritation or burns. May cause sensitization by inhalation. Once sensitized, a severe allergic reaction may occur when subsequently exposed to very low levels. Adverse symptoms may include the following: wheezing and breathing difficulties asthma anaphylactic shock Persons with a history of asthma, allergies or chronic or recurrent respiratory disease should not be employed in any process in which this product is used. Exposure can cause lung irritation, chest pain and edema, which may be fatal. Ingestion Toxic if swallowed. Corrosive to the digestive tract. May cause burns to mouth, throat and stomach. Can cause target organ damage. Adverse symptoms may include the following: nausea or vomiting stomach pains Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation and diarrhea. Skin Corrosive to the skin. Causes burns. Adverse symptoms may include the following: blistering, redness, itching, swelling, pain Toxic in contact with skin. This product contains material(s) that are absorbed through the skin. May cause damage to organs in contact with skin. and symptoms similar to those listed under inhalation or ingestion. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause dermatitis. Once sensitized, a severe allergic reaction may occur when subsequently exposed to very low levels. In the event of any complaints or symptoms, avoid further exposure. Persons with a history of skin sensitization problems should not be employed in any process in which this product is used. Eyes Corrosive to eyes. Causes burns. Direct contact with the eyes can cause irreversible damage, including blindness. Potential chronic health effects

Potential chronic health

Adverse symptoms may include the following: chromium (VI) trioxide: (Chromic Acid) May cause burns and "chrome sores". Skin absorption may lead to kidney failure. Severely irritating to skin. Toxic by subcutaneous route. Prolonged or repeated inhalation of chromic acid mists may cause ulceration and perforation of the nasal septum. May cause sensitization of skin and possibly lung cancer. Target organs Contains material which causes damage to the following organs: mucous membranes, skin, eye, lens or cornea. Contains material which may cause damage to the following organs: blood, kidneys, lungs, liver, upper respiratory tract. Carcinogenicity Contains material which may cause cancer. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of exposure. Mutagenicity Contains material which may cause heritable genetic effects. Developmental effects Contains material which may cause developmental abnormalities, based on animal data. Fertility effects No conclusive data is available to indicate product or any component present at greater than 0.1% may impair fertility.