Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
231-906-6/7778-50-9
Name of the chemical
Potassium dichromate
Concentration
<=100%
General Information
Version
6.13
Revision date
2024-09-06
Product name
¢ Potassium dichromate
Product name
¢ Potassium dichromate
Identification on the label/Trade name
is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
CAS No.
7778-50-9
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H272, H301, H312, H314, H317, H318, H330, H334, H335, H340, H350, H360, H372, H400, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H272
May intensify fire; oxidiser
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer H301 Toxic if swallowed H312 Harmful in contact with skin H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction H330 Fatal if inhaled H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled H335 May cause respiratory irritation H340 May cause genetic defects H350 May cause cancer H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child H372 Causes damage to organs (Cardio-vascular system) through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat. P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/ combustible materials. P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. P260 Do not breathe dust. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. SIGALD - P5271 Page 2 of 14 The life science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany Millipone operates as MilliporeSigma in the US and Canada Ma Sis P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. P284 Wear respiratory protection. P301 + P310 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. Rinse mouth. P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P305 + P351 + P338 + IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. P310 Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P342 + P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P391 Collect spillage. P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.3 Other hazards
- none
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) Oxidizing solids (Category 2), H272 Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 3), H301 Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 2), H330 SIGALD - P5271 Page 1 of 14 The life science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany Miltipone operates as MilliporeSigma in the US and Canada SiGMa Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 4), H312 Skin corrosion (Category 1B), H314 Serious eye damage (Category 1), H318 Respiratory sensitization (Category 1), H334 Skin sensitization (Category 1), H317 Germ cell mutagenicity (Category 1B), H340 Carcinogenicity (Category 1B), H350 Reproductive toxicity (Category 1B), H360 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3), Respiratory system, H335 Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure, Inhalation (Category 1), Cardio-vascular system, H372 Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard (Category 1), H400 Long-term (chronic) aquatic hazard (Category 1), H410 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned