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EC/CAS
88-89-1
Name of the chemical
Picric acid
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2018-01-03
Product name
A solution of 2,4,6 trinitrophenol in water
CAS No.
88-89-1
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Company Information
company name
Medical Chemical Corp
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Warning Harmful if swallowed. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat drink or smoke while using this product. If swallowed, rinse mouth with water and call a poison center. Safety Ratings Health Harmful Flammability None Reactivity Violent Contact Slight Recommended safety equipment: safety goggles, lab coat and proper gloves
Storage
General storage
NFPA Ratings
Health = 2 Flammability = 0 Reactivity = 2
Potential health effects
The liquid is irritating to the skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Ingestion will result in coma and death. The toxicology of this compound have not been completely examined. It is presumed that the toxicity of this item is similar to other aromatic nitrogen compounds. Picric acid is absorbed through the skin Inhalation: Irritating Ingestion: While the toxicity of this compound is low, large doses may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. Skin contact: Picric acid is a skin irritant. Eye contact: May be irritating. Chronic Exposure: May cause cracking of skin and/or dermatitis. Aggravation of preexisting conditions: Preexisting eye, skin, and respiratory conditions may be aggravated
