Ammonium Persulfate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H302, H315, H317, H319, H334, H335

Code

Statements

H302

Harmful if swallowed

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

OSHA Regulatory Status: This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29CFR 1910.1200) Acute Toxicity - Oral: Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Respiratory Sensitization Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): Category 3 Oxidizing Solids Category 3

Signal word

Danger Appearance: White Physical State: Crystalline Powder Odor: No information available

Hazard statements

H302-Harmful if swallowed H315-Causes skin irritation H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction H319-Causes serious eye irritation H334-May cause allergy or astma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled H335-May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements

P210-Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces – No smoking P220-Keep/Store away from clothing/Combustible materials P221-Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P264-Wash face, hands, and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P270-Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product P271-Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P272-Contaiminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P285-In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection P301+P312-IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P304+P341-IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P312-Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell P321-Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label) P330-Rinse mouth P332+ P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention P333+P313-If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention P342+P311-If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON center or doctor/physician P362-Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse P363-Wash contaminated clothing before reuse P370+P378-In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical, or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish P403+P233-Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed P405-Store locked up P501-Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant P501-Dispose of contents/container to industrial incineration plant

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

Further information

May be harmful if inhaled