Chloroplatinic acid hexahydrate

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Emergency Overview Form : powder Color : no data available Odor : no data available

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity, Category 3, Oral or mixture Skin corrosion, Category 1B Serious eye damage, Category 1 Respiratory sensitisation, Category 1 Skin sensitisation, Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.

Prevention

Do not breathe dust or mist. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. 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/doctor. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. Carcinogenicity No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP, IARC, or OSHA.