Ammonium Persulfate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H302, H315, H317, H320, H334, H335, H371, H373, H402, H412

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

Oxidizing solids: Category 3

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral): Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2B Respiratory sensitization: Category 1 Skin sensitization: Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 2(central nervous system) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 2(respiratory system)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Long-term): Category 3 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H272-May intensify fire; oxidizer H302-Harmful if swallowed H315-Causes skin irritation H320-Causes eye irritation H334-May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction H371-May cause damage to organs after single exposure H335-May cause respiratory irritation H373-May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H402-Harmful to aquatic life H412-Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. (as specified by the manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority.) Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media for extinction. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation. Specific Physical and Chemical hazards Oxidizing material. Organic or combustible material may catch fire in contact with it.