CHROMIUM TRIOXIDE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA OSHA Classification:

Hazard statements

Acute Toxicity - Oral 3 Toxic if swallowed. Acute Toxicity - Dermal 2 Fatal in contact with skin. Skin Corrosion/Irritation 1A Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Eye Damage/Irritation 1 Causes serious eye damage. Sensitization - Respiratory 1 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. Germ Cell Mutagenicity 1B May cause genetic defects. Carcinogenicity 1A May cause cancer. Toxic to Reproduction 2 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. Specific Target Organ Toxicity (repeated 1 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure via exposure) inhalation. Oxidizing Solids 1 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer.

Signal word

Danger

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat. Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapors, spray. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection. Wear fire, flame resistant, retardant clothing. Wear respiratory protection.

Response

If swallowed: Immediately call a poison center, doctor. Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water, shower. If inhaled: If breathing is difficult, remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If on clothing: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice, attention. Immediately call a poison center, doctor. Specific treatment (see first aid section on this label) If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a poison center, doctor. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. 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 in accordance with all governmental regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

No information available