Potassium chlorate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H271, H301, H332

Code

Statements

H271

May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Oxidizing solids Category 1 Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 4

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer Toxic if swallowed Harmful if inhaled

Prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wear fire resistant or flame retardant clothing

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell Rinse mouth In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion

Storage

Store locked up

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Oxidizing solids Category 1 Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 4 Label Elements