Chromium on Filter Paper

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1A Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed Harmful 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 May damage fertility or the unborn child . Appearance White Physical state Paper Odor No information available

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves

Response

Specific treatment (see .? on this label) Specific treatment is urgent (see .? on this label) Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label) Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Skin Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth DO NOT induce vomiting

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable Unknown Toxicity 0 % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity

Further information

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause allergic reactions with susceptible persons

Interactions with other chemicals

No information available.