Chromium(III) nitrate nonahydrate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H315, H319, H335, H350

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidizer Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation May cause cancer

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep/Store away from clothing/ other combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse Eyes 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 Fire Explosion risk in case of fire In case of fire: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion Evacuate area

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

None identified

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Oxidizing solids Category 3 Skin Corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system.