Potassium dichromate

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral): Category 2 Acute toxicity (Dermal): Category 3 Acute toxicity (Inhalation): Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 1 Respiratory sensitization: Category 1 Skin sensitization: Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity: Category 1B Carcinogenicity: Category 1A Reproductive toxicity: Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(CNS; respiratory apparatus/system; CVS; blood/blood system; liver; kidney) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(respiratory apparatus/system)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Long-term): Category 1 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

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Danger

Hazard statements

Fatal if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin Fatal if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes serious eye damage May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause genetic defects May cause cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs after single exposure Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Very toxic to aquatic life Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. 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. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing or face protection. Wear eye protection/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

Collect spillage. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. 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 ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off immediately all 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 SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation.